The Ball at Sceaux

Author: Balzac, Honoré de

Synopsis:


"The Ball at Sceaux" by Honoré de Balzac is a captivating tale set in the elegant world of French aristocracy. The story revolves around a young and ambitious man named Eugene de Rastignac, who attends a grand ball at the Château de Sceaux. Amidst the opulent festivities, Rastignac becomes entangled in a web of secrets, desires, and hidden agendas. As the night unfolds, he finds himself torn between love, social status, and personal ambition, leading to unexpected consequences that will forever change his life.

Genres:
Romance, Drama, Satire

Themes:
Love and Desire, Social Ambition, Deception and Intrigue

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