Honoré de Balzac
Honoré de Balzac was a French novelist and playwright, renowned for his series of novels and stories collectively entitled 'La Comédie Humaine.' His works provide a detailed panorama of French society in the early 19th century, capturing the complexities of human behavior and social dynamics. Balzac's keen observations and rich characterizations have solidified his place as a foundational figure in the development of the modern novel.
Born on May 20, 1799 (226 years old)
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Iceland:
Honoré de Balzac is referred to as the 'poet of love' and his works prominently feature women.
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Costa Rica:
Honoré de Balzac created memorable characters in La Comedia Humana who embark on journeys from the provinces to Paris.
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Dominican Republic:
Honoré de Balzac created memorable characters in La Comedia Humana who journey from the provinces to Paris.
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Venezuela:
Honoré de Balzac created memorable characters in La Comedia Humana who journey from the provinces to Paris.
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Monaco:
Original works of Balzac are part of the collection owned by Gérard Lhéritier.
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Andorra:
Honoré de Balzac was a literary genius who captured the details of a society in turmoil through his work 'La Comédie Humaine'.
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Peru:
Honoré de Balzac was a French novelist.
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Montenegro:
Honoré de Balzac's ruthless descriptions of French society make him a significant literary figure.
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Liechtenstein:
Honoré de Balzac is celebrated on the anniversary of his birth as a notable French writer.
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Romania:
Honoré de Balzac is considered one of the greatest French writers in the fields of realistic, psychological, and fantastic novels.
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