Publisher's Synopsis
A Memoir of Honore De Balzac is a book written by Katharine Prescott Wormeley and published in 1892. It is a biographical account of the life of the famous French novelist, Honore de Balzac. The book is a detailed exploration of Balzac's life, from his childhood to his rise as one of the most influential writers of the 19th century.Wormeley's memoir delves into Balzac's personal life, including his relationships with women, his financial struggles, and his addiction to coffee. The book also examines Balzac's literary career, including his writing process, his inspirations, and his contributions to French literature.The memoir is based on Wormeley's extensive research into Balzac's life, including interviews with his friends and family members. The book is written in a narrative style, making it an engaging and accessible read for both scholars and casual readers.Overall, A Memoir of Honore De Balzac provides a comprehensive and insightful look into the life of one of the most important writers in French literary history.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.
