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Scènes de la vie privée is a series of literary works by Honoré de Balzac, published between 1829 and 1830, that forms the first volume of his larger project La Comédie humaine. The series explores the complexities of private life, focusing on social structures, family dynamics, and individual moral choices within a specific historical and cultural context. It includes works such as Une double famille and La Maison du chat-qui-pelote, which together offer insights into the private spheres of 19th-century French society.
Originally written in French, Scenes from Private Life was first published in 1842 in France.
Publication order
In the order the books were originally released.
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1829 · Honoré de Balzac
La Maison du chat-qui-pelote is a novella by Honore de Balzac. It is the opening work in the Scenes de la vie privee, which comprises the first…
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Une double famille is a short story by Honoré de Balzac that was first published in 1830 under the title La femme vertueuse. It was later released in…
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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 “La maison du chat-qui-pelote”. Start with “La maison du chat-qui-pelote.”
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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