{"title":"Michael Tilby","description":"\u003cp\u003eMichael Tilby offers insightful explorations into the world of arts and culture, delving deep into the lives and works of influential figures. His writing is characterised by a thoughtful blend of biography and cultural analysis, inviting readers to engage with the broader artistic context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect richly detailed narratives that illuminate both historical and contemporary themes, presented with clarity and a keen appreciation for creative endeavour. Tilby’s work is ideal for those seeking a deeper understanding of cultural icons and their lasting impact.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"balzac-by-michael-tilby-9780582087064","title":"Balzac","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis canon of French literature, Honore de Balzac (1799-1850), is also a major European figure in the development of realism. His work is dominated by an inter-related sequence of novels and short stories, \u003ci\u003eLa Comédie Humaine\u003c\/i\u003e, which charts the idiosyncrasies of French society from the beginning of the nineteenth century to the 1840s. Among the most famous of these are \u003ci\u003eLe Père Goriot\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eLa Cousine Bette\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this study, Dr Tilby concentrates on the main approaches in practice and discusses some of the earliest responses to Balzac's work. His introduction and headnotes set Balzac's work in context. This book will be of interest to students of French language and literature and also to those studying French in combined studies or humanities courses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47588814946540,"sku":"9780582087064","price":149.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780582087064-balzac.jpg?v=1777597137"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/michael-tilby.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}