For Love or for Money

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Focusing on the concept of realism in Balzac's work, this book delves into how love and money drive the narratives within La Comédie humaine. Through twenty-one chapters, it employs various interpretive methods to explore Balzac's unique strategies that create a strong sense of reality. Each chapter outlines its analytical approach, emphasizing the language and literary devices that shape meaning. The central inquiry examines how Balzac invented realism, culminating in a comprehensive conclusion that addresses this pivotal question.