Scenes from Private Life Books in Order
part of la Comédie humaine by Balzac
Publication order
In the order the books were originally released.
Companion & related books
Related titles and editions that sit outside the main numbered order.
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Frequently asked questions
What order should I read the Scenes from Private Life books in?
Read them in publication order, starting with the first book.
How many books are in the Scenes from Private Life series?
We list 2 books by Honoré de Balzac , published between 1829–1830.
Where can I buy the Scenes from Private Life books?
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Reading order compiled from author/publisher guidance and verified bibliographic data. Spotted an error? We continuously correct the catalog.