The Secrets of the Princesse de CadignanHonoré de Balzac
The Secrets of the Princesse de Cadignan
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Original author: Honoré de Balzac
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"The Secrets of the Princesse de Cadignan" by Honoré de Balzac is a short story published in 1839. A beautiful princess with a scandalous past sets her sights on seducing a virtuous conservative writer and politician. Using a deceased mutual friend as pretext, she carefully orchestrates their meeting and studies his books to win his affection. As their romance deepens, the writer hears society gossip about her notorious history with former lovers. Will her secrets destroy their relationship, or can love triumph over reputation?
The Secrets of the Princesse de Cadignan, by Honoré de Balzac. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #1344.
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