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“People who have been made to suffer by certain things cannot be reminded of them without a horror which paralyses every other pleasure, even that to be found in reading a story.”

Quote by Stendhal

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

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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