Publisher's Synopsis

Z. Marcas is a novel written by the acclaimed French author, Honore De Balzac. The story revolves around the life of a young man named Marcas, who is a political journalist in Paris. Marcas is a man of great talent and ambition, but he is also plagued by personal demons and a troubled past.As he rises to fame and success in the world of journalism, Marcas becomes embroiled in a complex web of political intrigue, corruption, and betrayal. He is torn between his loyalty to his friends and his duty to expose the truth, and he must navigate a dangerous path through the treacherous world of French politics.Balzac's writing is characterized by its vivid descriptions of Parisian life and its complex, multi-layered characters. Z. Marcas is no exception, and the novel is a masterful exploration of the human psyche and the corrupting influence of power.Through Marcas' journey, Balzac explores themes of ambition, loyalty, and the struggle for truth in a world where deception and corruption are rampant. Z. Marcas is a timeless work of literature that continues to resonate with readers today, and it is a must-read for anyone interested in French literature or political intrigue.In these days, when everything is an intellectual competition, a man must be able to sit forty-eight hours on end in his chair before a table, as a General could remain for two days on horseback and in his saddle.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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781161486926
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
DEWEY: FIC
Language: English
Number of pages: 32
Weight: 281g
Height: 177mm
Width: 253mm
Spine width: 3mm