The Firm of Nucingen (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161463255)

""The Firm of Nucingen"" is a novel written by Honore de Balzac, a French author, and is part of his collection of works known as ""The Human Comedy."" The book centers around the character of Baron Frederic de Nucingen, a wealthy banker who is known for his shrewd business dealings and his ability to manipulate those around him. As the story unfolds, the reader is introduced to a cast of characters who are all connected to Nucingen in some way, including his mistress, Esther, and a young man named Lucien de Rubempre, who becomes embroiled in Nucingen's schemes. Through the eyes of these characters, the reader is given a glimpse into the world of high finance and the corrupt practices that often go hand in hand with it. Balzac's writing is known for its realism and attention to detail, and ""The Firm of Nucingen"" is no exception, providing a vivid portrayal of Parisian society in the early 19th century. Overall, the book is a compelling and thought-provoking read that explores themes of power, greed, and the corrupting influence of money.""But how did he make his money?"" asked Couture. ""In 1819 both he and the illustrious Bianchon lived in a shabby boarding-house in the Latin Quarter; his people ate roast cockchafers and their own wine so as to send him a hundred francs every month. His father's property was not worth a thousand crowns; he had two sisters and a brother on his hands, and now.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Honore De Balzac
ISBN-10: 1161463259
ISBN-13: 9781161463255
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 70
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.76lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.25d