After Vautrin helps Lucien overcome a mental breakdown, the two men
decide to align forces in pursuit of social status and wealth.
Operating under an alias, Vautrin offers to help Lucien redeem
himself and move back to Paris, with the condition that Lucien
follows his orders exactly. Happy to comply, the pair return to the
capital city, living in excess and racking up a debt as they
pretend they can afford this luxurious lifestyle. With a goal of
gaining the attention and love of a wealthy woman, Vautrin helps
Lucien appear to be an eligible and desirable bachelor. However,
his plan is compromised when Lucien instead meets Esther, a
beautiful sex worker. First trying to keep their relationship a
secret from Vautrin, Lucien and Esther share an amorous connection.
However, as the relationship continues, Lucien must choose between
his newfound love, or the shallow charade he and Vautrin have
cultivated. Though, the decision may not be his to make, and as
always, Vautrin always has a plan. With intricate descriptions of
the buildings, culture, and people of Paris, Scenes from a
Courtesan's Life by Honore de Balzac provides invaluable insight to
into the social history of France. This observation of the time
allows readers a rare and unfiltered perspective on the 19th
century Parisian society, particularly on their values and class
distinctions. With themes of morality, romance, and class, Scenes
from a Courtesan's Life explores the dark and unspoken aspects of
society while entertaining with a thrilling storyline and
compelling characters. First published as a serial in four parts in
1838, this Balzac classic is captivating and clever. With surprises
and twists, there is never a dull moment in Scenes from a
Courtesan's Life This edition of Scenes from a Courtesan's Life by
Honore de Balzac features a stunning new cover design and is
presented in a font that is both stylish and readable. With these
accommodations, this edition is accessible and appealing to
contemporary audiences, restoring Scenes from a Courtesan's Life to
modern standards while preserving the intricacy and value of Honore
de Balzac's work.
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