Louis Lambert: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Louis Lambert: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Louis Lambert is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Balzac, Honoré de (1799–1850). The listed translation credits are Bell, Clara (1834–1927); Waring, James.
Catalogue synopsis
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"Louis Lambert" by Honoré de Balzac is a novel published in 1832. Set primarily at a boarding school in Vendôme, it follows a boy genius obsessed with metaphysical philosophy and the ideas of Emanuel Swedenborg. The story focuses less on plot than on the protagonist's philosophical theories, explored through his friendship with the narrator—revealed to be Balzac himself. Drawing heavily from Balzac's own childhood experiences, including academic punishment and social isolation, the novel serves as a fictionalized autobiography that examines themes of spiritual enlightenment, genius, and madness.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Louis Lambert
- Author credits: Balzac, Honoré de (1799–1850)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Bell, Clara (1834–1927); Waring, James
Catalogue subjects
- French fiction -- Translations into English
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- Category: French Literature
- Category: Novels
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