This collection of short stories by Honore de Balzac includes some of his most beloved and well-known works, such as The Lily of the Valley and The Firm of Nucingen. These stories offer a glimpse into 19th century French society, exploring themes of love, ambition, and greed. George Saintsbury's translation preserves Balzac's vivid and nuanced language for English-speaking readers.

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