Balzac, le roman de sa vie
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Balzac, le roman de sa vie

Stefan Zweig

Zweig's Balzac, le roman de sa vie, published posthumously in 1946, provides a profound and passionate account of the life of Honoré de Balzac, one of Europe's greatest writers. Printed softcover, partially uncut Limited edition, numbered.

The book, which Zweig spent ten years working on, depicts Balzac as a mythical figure, a creator who competes with God, but also as a man burdened by debt, obsessions, and tireless work. Zweig records Balzac's youth, unsuccessful business ventures (such as failed investments in publishing), his struggle with creditors, and his passion for writing The Human Comedy.

Balzac's life is depicted as a novel: from working nights with coffee and candles, through unhappy loves, such as the one with Madame de Hanska, to his premature death at the age of 51, shortly after marriage. Zweig emphasizes Balzac's genius, but also his weaknesses - extravagance, greed, and chaotic life. The book explores how Balzac, despite his troubles, created a world that transcends reality, and his books became his true biography.

This original French edition on publisher's paper, a limited numbered edition, is particularly valuable for its rarity and quality. Zweig's biography, translated from the German by Fernando Delmas, has been praised for its elegant style and deep understanding of Balzac's complex personality, making it one of the most significant biographies of the author of The Human Comedy.

Translation
Fernand Delmas
Dimensions
21 x 14 cm
Pages
470
Publisher
Albin Michel, Paris, 1950.
 
Latin alphabet. Paperback.
Language: French.

One copy is available

Condition:Used, very good condition
Damages or inconvenience notice:
  • Traces of patina
 

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