Le Père Goriot

Le Père Goriot by Honoré de Balzac is a novel that delves into the lives of various characters residing in a boarding house run by Madame Vauquer. The story explores the complexities of relationships struggles and secrets among characters like the elderly Goriot the mysterious Vautrin and the young student Rastignac. Through vivid descriptions and intricate character development Balzac paints a vivid picture of Parisian society in the early 19th century highlighting contrasts between wealth and poverty ambition and sacrifice. The novel offers a compelling exploration of love betrayal and the pursuit of happiness in a society marked by social hierarchies and moral dilemmas.