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History of the Thirteen
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“History of the Thirteen” (ISBN: 9780140443011) by Sarah Gomes Harris. Dive into 19th-century France with Balzac’s exploration of desire and secret societies. From tragic love in “Ferragus” to seductive coquettes in “The Duchess de Langeais” and the frank sexuality of “The Girl with the Golden Eyes,” these interconnected stories lay the groundwork for “The Human Comedy.”
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Parth Sondager –
Balzac’s depiction of Parisian life is superb. A must-read for anyone interested in th-century French literature.
Urja Parmar –
A mixed bag. Some stories were brilliant, while others were less engaging. Still, I appreciate Balzac’s ambition.
Vasu Aggarwal –
Balzac paints a vivid picture of th-century Paris. Some stories resonated more than others. Worth exploring if you enjoy character-driven narratives.
Jayant Singh –
Intriguing glimpse into Balzac’s world. Ferragus was gripping! Though, Duchess de Langeais felt a bit slow. Overall, a worthwhile read for classic lit fans.
Manasi Prabhakar Bele –
I struggled with the language at times. However, the stories are captivating, especially ‘The Girl with the Golden Eyes’.
Rohit Raj Sinha –
Loved the detailed descriptions of Parisian society! The characters were flawed and interesting. Worth the time investment.
Arushi Bansal –
Honestly, I struggled to finish it. Balzac’s style is not for me. It felt like a chore, and i wouldn’t read it again.
Saumya –
I had high expectations, and while it was good, it didn’t blow me away. ‘The Girl With the Golden Eyes’ was my favorite of the three.
Sarthak Jain –
A very interesting read, though the writing style is definitely from another era, so be prepared for that! I enjoyed Ferragus the most.
Ansh Dubey –
I enjoyed the glimpse into secret societies. ‘The Girl with the Golden Eyes’ was a standout for its boldness and unique narrative.
Ritik Karale –
The themes of love, desire, and societal constraints are timeless. Balzac’s writing can be dense, but it is worth the effort.
Danish Shafi –
The interconnectedness is clever. I loved The Girl with the Golden Eyes! A bit scandalous for its time, perhaps. A thought-provoking collection.
Anurodh Chaurasia –
I found ‘The Duchess de Langeais’ to be a bit tedious. Ferragus was a great read. The characters were so fascinating.
Shubh Gupta –
Uneven but ultimately rewarding. Some stories were more compelling than others, but I was invested in the characters and their fates.
Vandita Mahaur –
Balzac’s writing style takes some getting used to. I enjoyed ‘Ferragus’, the other were okay. Decent, not great.
Suchit Lamba –
Not the easiest read, but the exploration of human nature is fascinating. I liked that each story had unique perspective.
Satabdi Das –
A fascinating exploration of French society and human desires. Each novella brings something unique to the table. Highly recommend!
Jatin Pruthi –
Balzac is a master storyteller! I was captivated by each of these interconnected narratives. I think this is one of the best books i’ve ever read!