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Lost Illusions

Honoré de Balzac
fr. Illusions perdues · 1837
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Main Ideas

Main Ideas

  • Critique of society and social institutions: Balzac examines how societal structures and institutions, such as the press, literature, and business, can be corrupted and manipulated.
  • Illusions and reality: The main characters face disappointment when their dreams and ambitions are shattered by the harsh realities of life.
  • Theme of province and capital: The contrast between provincial life and life in Paris highlights differences in values and opportunities.
  • Influence of money and power: Balzac shows how money and social status can determine a person's fate and moral principles.
  • Personal development and moral decline: Characters undergo internal changes, often facing moral dilemmas and compromises.
Lost Illusions
Date of publication: 2 March 2025
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Author: 
Honoré de Balzac
Original title: fr. Illusions perdues · 1837
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