“An English traveller relates how he lived upon intimate terms with a tiger; he had reared it and used to play with it, but always kept a loaded pistol on the table.”
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Work
The Red and the Black
In this classic French novel, the protagonist, a young man named Jean Valjean, navigates the complex social and political landscape of post-Napoleonic France. The story delves into the intricacies of human ambition, the pursuit of social status, and the moral dilemmas faced by individuals in a rapidly changing society. The novel is renowned for its vivid portrayal of the era and its exploration of the human condition. more
Author
Stendhal
Stendhal, born Marie-Henri Beyle, was a prominent 19th-century French novelist and literary critic. Known for his profound psychological portrayals and unique narrative style, his works include masterpieces such as 'The Red and the Black' and 'The Charterhouse of Parma'. Stendhal was born on January 23, 1783, and died on March 23, 1842. more
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