Cousin Bette

Interesting Facts

• The book is part of the series «La Comédie Humaine», which includes over 90 works depicting French society in the first half of the 19th century.
• The main character, Lisbeth Fischer, known as Cousin Bette, is one of the most complex and multifaceted female characters in Balzac's literature.
• The work explores themes of envy, revenge, and the destructive power of human passions, making it relevant even today.
• Cousin Bette is considered one of the finest examples of realism in literature, demonstrating a deep analysis of human psychology and social relationships.
• The novel was first published in 1846 and immediately received critical acclaim for its sharpness and insight.