For students of French literature and philosophy, the works of Honore de Balzac offer fertile ground for exploration of the human condition. In this insightful analysis, Ursula Newell Gestefeld explores the metaphysical themes that run through Balzac's novels, focusing on The Magic Skin, Louis Lambert, and Seraphita. From the meaning of life to the nature of consciousness, this book offers valuable insights into one of France's greatest literary minds.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.