Description
- ISBN-13: 9780140449723
- Publisher: Penguin Books
- Publisher Imprint: Penguin Books
- Depth: 19
- Language: English
- Returnable: Y
- Spine Width: 20 mm
- Width: 127 mm
- ISBN-10: 0140449728
- Publisher Date: 29 Mar 2011
- Binding: Paperback
- Height: 198 mm
- No of Pages: 336
- Series Title: Human Comedy
- Weight: 248 gr
Soujanya Tiwari –
Balzac’s writing is superb. The story is a bit depressing. Still worth reading.
Niladri Paul –
A bit too melodramatic for my taste.
Dipesh Kadam –
This book was simply ok. Not sure if I would read again.
Kartik Dhaka –
I loved how real the character felt.
Tanushree Agarwal –
Goriot’s downfall is tragic, but the story felt a little melodramatic.
Sudhanshu Yadav –
A classic for a reason! Goriot’s suffering is intense, but I found some of the other characters less compelling.
Shrey Kumar Singh –
The book was good with excellent character.
Arpankumar Rajeshbhai Naik –
Enjoyed the glimpse into Parisian society, but some characters were difficult to sympathize with.
Lakshay Singhal –
A great read! Really makes you think.
Muskan –
Goriot’s fate is truly heartbreaking. A powerful exploration of parental love and societal indifference.
Siddharth Kumar –
A powerful story of sacrifice and societal corruption. A bit long, but ultimately rewarding.
Siddharth Kaushik –
The ending was quite sad and somewhat predictable. Overall, a good read.
Suraj Kumar –
Good book, but the plot moved slowly. The characters are well thought out and interesting.
Nikunj Singhal –
Balzac’s detailed descriptions made me feel like I was in th-century Paris. A bit slow at times.
Anushtha Tiwari –
This book is a masterpiece! Balzac’s social commentary is sharp and relevant even today.
Tejas Rawat –
Found it a bit dense and difficult to get into at first, but ultimately a worthwhile read.
Abhinandan Singh –
A truly remarkable book. The characters are so well-developed and the plot is captivating.
Urvi Bansal –
I struggled with the pacing, but Goriot’s character is unforgettable.
Aahana Moral –
Balzac’s prose is beautiful, but the story is quite bleak.
Revu Anurag –
Goriot’s devotion to his daughters is heartbreaking. The Parisian setting is vividly portrayed.
Vandana Jain –
A classic that explores themes of love, money, and societal ambition. Highly recommend!