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This collection brings together two notable works by Honoré de Balzac: 'Eugénie Grandet' and 'The Country Parson,' along with other compelling stories. 'Eugénie Grandet' is a powerful portrayal of provincial life in 19th-century France, centered on the avarice and tyranny of Félix Grandet and its devastating impact on his daughter, Eugénie. Balzac masterfully explores themes of wealth, family, and the corrosive effects of greed. 'The Country Parson' offers a contrasting yet equally insightful view of rural society, focusing on the redemptive power of faith and the challenges faced by a dedicated clergyman striving to improve the lives of his parishioners. Together with the included short stories, this volume showcases Balzac’s remarkable range and his profound understanding of the human condition. These novels remain timeless explorations of society, morality, and the complexities of human relationships.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.