Paz (La Fausse Maitresse): Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Paz (La Fausse Maitresse): author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Paz (La Fausse Maitresse) is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Balzac, Honoré de (1799–1850). The listed translation credits are Wormeley, Katharine Prescott (1830–1908).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Paz (La Fausse Maitresse)" by Honoré de Balzac is a novel published in 1843. Count Adam Laginski and his wife Clementine live happily in Paris until she discovers Adam's devoted friend Thaddee managing their affairs from the shadows. When Clementine takes interest in the capable young man, Thaddee invents a scandalous mistress to discourage her attention. His deception spirals into an elaborate ruse involving a circus performer, borrowed money, and secret surveillance—all to protect a friendship and guard against dangerous temptations.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Paz (La Fausse Maitresse)
- Author credits: Balzac, Honoré de (1799–1850)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Wormeley, Katharine Prescott (1830–1908)
Catalogue subjects
- French fiction -- Translations into English
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- Category: French Literature
- Category: Novels
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