The Marriage Contract

Autori

• Honoré de Balzac

Parametri

• Classici
• Letteratura romantica
• Narrativa
• Prosa storica
• Storia

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The novel explores the complexities of marriage through the story of Paul de Manerville, a wealthy Parisian gentleman who chooses to abandon his bachelor lifestyle at twenty-seven to marry Natalie Evangelista, a stunning but spoiled Spanish heiress. Set against the backdrop of Bordeaux, the narrative delves into the tensions between love and societal expectations, as Paul's decision faces opposition from his cynical friend de Marsay and highlights the challenges posed by Natalie's family's diminishing fortune.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2022

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