Cousin Pons: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Cousin Pons is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Balzac, Honoré de (1799–1850). The listed translation credits are Marriage, Ellen (1865–1946).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Cousin Pons" by Honoré de Balzac is a novel published in 1847. It follows Sylvain Pons, a modest musician with two passions: collecting art and fine dining. When a matchmaking scheme for his wealthy cousins fails, Pons is cast out—but his relatives soon discover his art collection's immense value. What follows is a ruthless struggle as greedy figures circle the aging collector, each plotting to seize his treasures. This dark tale exposes the corrupting power of money and the vulnerability of those who cherish beauty over wealth.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Cousin Pons
- Author credits: Balzac, Honoré de (1799–1850)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Marriage, Ellen (1865–1946)
Catalogue subjects
- France -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
- French fiction -- Translations into English
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- Category: French Literature
- Category: Novels
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