Letters to Madame Hanska, born Countess Rzewuska, afterwards Madame Honoré de Balzac, 1833-1846

"Letters to Madame Hanska, born Countess Rzewuska, afterwards Madame Honoré de Balzac" by Honoré de Balzac is a series of personal letters spanning from 1833 to 1846, and it uncovers the deepening connection between Balzac and Madame Hanska, tracking their romance, which later became a marriage. These letters open a window into Balzac's private world, revealing his ideas, and creative battles, allowing readers to understand his personality and the emotions he felt as a writer and as a lover. In the beginning, Balzac’s letters show a sincere and loving attitude when he writes to Madame Hanska, calling her "l'Étrangère," expressing his appreciation and feelings for her, especially making the letters a safe place away from his work struggles and challenges. The beginning introduces their developing relationship, showing the mixing of love and writing passion when Balzac was going through a lot in his life.