Drama, General & Miscellaneous Drama

Mercadet

Name: Mercadet
Author: Honore de Balzac
ISBN: 9781406506648

by Honore de Balzac

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Overview

This Book Is In French.

A cynical and panoramic view of 19th century Paris.

Synopsis

Mercadet, a comedy in three acts by Honore de Baizac, tells the story of two days in the life of Mercadet, a 19th century Parisian trying to avoid his creditors. This play is typical of Balzac's work, with a fascinating hero-villain who manipulates the stock market.