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The Red and the Black

A Chronicle of the Nineteenth Century
By Stendhal
Series: Oxford World's Classics
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The Red and the Black is a vigorous and fast-moving novel set in post-Napoleonic France, chronicling the ambitions of Julien Sorel. Initially determined to ascend society's ranks through the priesthood, Julien soon realises that personal happiness holds greater value than mere ambition. Stendhal offers a sharp portrayal of a nation riddled with hypocrisy, capturing the restless energy of a hero inspired by the spirit of the recently deposed Emperor.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This classic novel is ideal for readers interested in historical fiction, psychological insight, and French literature. It will appeal to those who appreciate deeply drawn characters navigating societal constraints.

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In this vigorous and fast-moving novel of post-Napoleonic France, Julien Sorel's plans to reach the higher echelons of society through the priesthood are deflected by his realisation that the attainment of happiness is of greater consequence than the pursuit of ambition.

Subtitled A Chronicle of 1830, Stendhal's depiction of a nation of smug hypocrites scandalised contemporary readers, who recognised themselves or their peers and felt uncomfortable with the energy, imagination, and sincerity of a hero so patently inspired by their lately deposed Emperor.

Julien's restless energy is fully captured in this specially commissioned translation of one of the world's great novels.

ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780199539253

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 March 2009

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Oxford University Press

Contributors:

  • Edited and translated by Catherine Slater
  • Introduction by Roger Pearson

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 396g

Pages: 592

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Classic Fiction Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction Series: Oxford World's Classics Stendhal

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