Juana by Honoré de Balzac

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Author Balzac, Honoré de, 1799-1850
Translator Wormeley, Katharine Prescott, 1830-1908
Title Juana
Credits Produced by John Bickers, and Dagny, and David Widger
Summary "Juana" by Honoré de Balzac is a novel written during the early 19th century, exploring themes of love, sacrifice, and the complexities of virtue and vice in the backdrop of war and societal constraints. The story revolves around Juana di Mancini, the daughter of a courtesan, who is raised in a virtuous environment by a kind merchant and his wife, but is later caught in a tumultuous relationship influenced by the reckless ambitions of those around her. The opening of "Juana" sets the stage in Tarragona during a period of military conquest, detailing the chaotic aftermath of battle where soldiers, including Captain Montefiore, navigate their personal desires amidst the chaos. Montefiore, enamored by Juana, becomes embroiled in a web of intrigue and deception, reflecting on his attraction to her and his own motivations. We learn about Juana's lineage and her mother, La Marana, whose past as a courtesan casts a shadow over Juana's future. The narrative hints at Juana's struggle between her upbringing and the societal expectations placed upon her, foreshadowing the conflict between love and duty that will unfold as the story progresses. Juana’s innocence and beauty stand in stark contrast to the brutal realities of her heritage, setting a poignant tone for the themes of the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Love stories
Subject French fiction -- Translations into English
Category Text
EBook-No. 1437
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 27, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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