Gobseck - Hardcover

by Honore De Balzac (Author)

Gobseck is a novel written by Honore De Balzac, a French author who was prominent during the 19th century. The book tells the story of a moneylender named Jean-Esther van Gobseck, who is known for his ruthless and calculating nature in business dealings. He is a man who has accumulated a great deal of wealth and power through his lending practices, and he is feared and respected by many in Parisian society.The story follows the character of Eugene de Rastignac, a young man who is trying to make his way in the world. He is drawn to Gobseck because of his reputation and his wealth, and he becomes involved in a series of financial transactions with the moneylender. Through these dealings, Rastignac learns about the darker side of Parisian society, and he begins to see how money and power can corrupt even the most virtuous of people.As the story unfolds, we see Gobseck's past and present, and the ways in which his actions have affected those around him. We see the lengths to which he will go to protect his wealth and reputation, and we witness the toll that his lifestyle takes on him.Gobseck is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of wealth, power, and morality. It is a gripping tale that will keep readers engaged from beginning to end, and it is a must-read for anyone interested in French literature or the human condition.""His room, and everything in it, from the green baize of the bureau to the strip of carpet by the bed, was as clean and threadbare as the chilly sanctuary of some elderly spinster who spends her days in rubbing her furniture. In winter time, the live brands of the fire smouldered all day in a bank of ashes; there was never any flame in his grate.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.