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Pamela Giraud: A Play in Five Acts

By Honoré de Balzac

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

In a politically charged Paris, a flower-maker finds herself caught in a web of romance, intrigue, and secret alliances.

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2005-05-01
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Summary

"Pamela Giraud: A Play in Five Acts" by Honoré de Balzac is a play set in Paris during the reign of Louis XVIII, where secrets and desires clash against the backdrop of political unrest. We meet Pamela, an artificial flower-maker, torn between Joseph's honest affection and her unexpected feelings for Jules, a wealthy man seeking refuge in her home, as she deals with family expectations and social pressures. Each act builds the tension as she faces decisions with heavy consequences for her heart and reputation. The play follows Pamela as she journeys through the complexities of love, honor, and societal expectations.

About the Author

Honoré de Balzac was a French novelist and playwright. The novel sequence La Comédie humaine, which presents a panorama of post-Napoleonic French life, is generally viewed as his magnum opus.

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