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The Red and The Black
Book • 1830
Set in France during the Bourbon Restoration, 'The Red and the Black' follows Julien Sorel, a young man from a humble background who seeks to rise through society using his intelligence and charm.
The novel explores themes of ambition, love, and the societal pressures of the time.
It is a satirical critique of French society and politics, reflecting Stendhal's own experiences and views on the era.
The novel explores themes of ambition, love, and the societal pressures of the time.
It is a satirical critique of French society and politics, reflecting Stendhal's own experiences and views on the era.
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