Pride: One of the Seven Cardinal Sins

"Pride: One of the Seven Cardinal Sins" by Eugène Sue is a story set in late 19th-century Paris that centers on Commander Bernard, a retired naval officer, and his housekeeper, Madame Barbançon. We see their relationship and the challenges they get as well as his nephew, Olivier Raymond, who tries to find his pace in the military. The relationships between all the characters will be tested by pride, honor, and social expectations in a society shifting and making it hard to understand. The early parts introduce us to Bernard's calm life, filled with memories and gardening, while the relationship of Madame Barbançon causes issues with Bernards gentle nature. Olivier's choice to join the military brings family issues and hopes to the surface. Through these characters, the book shows a big picture of personal pride against the rules of the modern world.