The Marriage Contract

Aug 23, 2026

This document presents "The Marriage Contract" by Honoré de Balzac, a notable work within his "Scenes from Private Life" collection. The book, translated by Miss K. P. Wormeley, is part of a larger series of Balzac's novels published by Roberts Brothers in Boston. The compilation includes a wide array of Balzac's other acclaimed literary works, such as "Pere Goriot," "Modeste Mignon," and "Lost Illusions," indicating "The Marriage Contract" is situated within a substantial body of literary fiction. The publication details, including the copyright notice from 1895 and the printing information from University Press: John Wilson and Son, Cambridge, U.S.A., firmly establish the era and origin of this specific edition. The inclusion of "The Comedy of Human Life" as a broader thematic umbrella suggests the narrative explores the intricate and often complex dynamics of human relationships and societal conventions, particularly as they pertain to marriage and its associated contracts and expectations. The text is a digitized version from the Internet Archive, funded by Microsoft Corporation, signifying its accessibility and preservation for scholarly and public use.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryLiterature

FormatPDF

Pages364

Reading Time9 h 21 min

AccessFree to download

THE COMEDY OF HUMAN LIFE

BALZAC'S NOVELS.

FAQs

Who is the author of "The Marriage Contract"?

The author of "The Marriage Contract" is Honoré de Balzac.

Who translated "The Marriage Contract"?

The translation of "The Marriage Contract" was done by Miss K. P. Wormeley.

What is the broader context of "The Marriage Contract" within Balzac's work?

"The Marriage Contract" is part of Balzac's larger collection "Scenes from Private Life" and falls under the overarching thematic umbrella of "The Comedy of Human Life."

Aug 23, 2026

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