Dive into the heart of 19th-century Parisian society with Old Man Goriot by Honoré de Balzac, a landmark of French realist literature. This timeless novel explores the life of Goriot, an elderly man whose selfless devotion to his ungrateful daughters exposes the harsh realities of ambition, greed, and social ambition in Paris.

Balzac’s masterpiece is celebrated for its psychological depth, vivid characterization, and keen observation of human behavior. Through intertwined lives, including the young student Eugène de Rastignac, the novel paints a complex portrait of society, morality, and the sacrifices of love and family.

Essential for readers of classic literature, French realism, and social critique, Old Man Goriot remains a powerful reflection on family, ambition, and the human condition, influencing generations of writers and thinkers.

Publisher: PENGUIN BOOKS

Language : English

Binding: PAPER BACK

Pages : 286