Pamela Giraud by Honoré De Balzac
The novel revolves around the life of a young woman who marries an older man for financial security. She navigates her way through societal expectations and personal desires, ultimately leading to a tragic confrontation with reality. The story explores themes of love, class, and morality in 19th-century France.
By Honoré De Balzac · First published 1828 · Genre: Drama, Romance, Social Commentary · 37 chapters · 23,817 words
First lines
PERSONS OF THE PLAY General de Verby Dupre, a lawyer Rousseau, a wealthy merchant Jules Rousseau, his son Joseph Binet Giraud, a porter Chief of Special Police Antoine, servant to the Rousseaus Pamela Giraud Madame du Brocard, a widow; aunt of Jules Rousseau Madame Rousseau Madame Giraud Justine, chambermaid to Madame Rousseau Sheriff Magistrate Police Officers Gendarmes
(Setting is an attic and workshop of an artificial flower-maker. It is poorly lighted by means of a candle placed on the work-table. The ceiling slopes abruptly at the back allowing space to conceal a man. On the right is a door, on the left a fireplace. Pamela is discovered at work, and Joseph Binet is seated near her.)
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- Work type: Play
- Author: Honoré De Balzac
- Date: 1828 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Drama, Romance, Social Commentary, Tragedy
- Length: 23,817 words
- Structure: 37 chapters, 1,022 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Drama — The plot revolves around intense emotional and social conflicts, typical of dramatic works.
- Romance — Central to the story is a romantic relationship that drives the narrative forward.
- Social Commentary — The narrative explores themes of class and societal expectations, providing insight into social structures.
- Tragedy — Elements of misfortune and downfall are present, contributing to a tragic atmosphere.
Tags
French Literature · Romance Novel · Social Commentary · Class Satire · Realism · 19th Century Fiction · Novel of Manners · Marriage Plot · Family Drama · Love Triangle · Social Hierarchy · Upper Class Life
Contents
- SCENE I
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- SCENE III
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- SCENE IV
- SCENE IV
- SCENE IV
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- SCENE V
- SCENE V
- SCENE V
- SCENE V
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- SCENE VI
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- SCENE VII
- SCENE VII
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- SCENE VIII
- SCENE VIII
- SCENE VIII
- SCENE IX
- SCENE IX