This engrossing story takes us to a Spanish city in the wake of the French Revolution. The drama unfolds as the central character, Duchess de Langeais, seeks refuge in a convent. Balzac reveals the vain pretensions of the aristocrats with his signature wit and subtlety. Riveting ...

An engrossing tale by Balzac - it is remarkable for its masterful blend of realism and romance. Mesmerizing!

This is a magnum-opus and one of the most widely read novels written by Balzac. It is a story of a young and eager man, Rastignac, who is determined to succeed at any cost. The novel contains deep sense of family values where a father sacrifices his all means for his two daughters. Moreover, Balzac's portrayal of Parisian aristocracy and human behaviour is conspicuous. Worth-read!

A captivating story about human emotions and relations. Balzac narrates the tale of a man who suspects his wife of infidelity. He shows how relationships can suffer through miscommunication. Balzac proves himself as an author above par by his insightful exploration of the fear of social failure, and the way it defines and governs the pattern of human life. Compelling!