Fromont and Risler

Summary

The novel «Fromont and Risler» by Alphonse Daudet tells the story of two families intertwined by business and friendship. Sidonie Risler, the wife of the honest and hardworking Risler, turns out to be a cunning and ambitious woman, driven by a desire for wealth and power. She begins an affair with Fromont, the young and frivolous heir to the factory, leading to tragic consequences for all involved. At the heart of the narrative is the conflict between honesty and betrayal, diligence and greed. The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, ambition, and moral values, illustrating how personal qualities and actions affect the destinies of individuals and those around them.