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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of Old Goriot? A: The main theme of Old Goriot revolves around the exploration of money, its uses and abuses, and the impact of social ambition on personal relationships.
- Q: Who are the key characters in Old Goriot? A: The key characters include Old Goriot, a retired merchant; his daughters Delphine and Anastasie; Vautrin, a mysterious conspirator; Victorine, a disinherited heiress; and Eugène de Rastignac, a naive law student.
- Q: What is the setting of the novel Old Goriot? A: Old Goriot is set in a shabby Parisian boarding house in the year 1819, during the post-Napoleonic era.
- Q: What is the significance of the character Old Goriot? A: Old Goriot represents the self-sacrificing father whose love for his daughters leads to his downfall, highlighting the theme of familial bonds versus social ambition.
- Q: How does Eugène de Rastignac evolve throughout the novel? A: Eugène de Rastignac starts as an appalled observer of Parisian society but gradually becomes involved in its corrupt practices, showcasing his ambition and moral dilemmas.
- Q: What literary technique is used in Old Goriot? A: Balzac employs the technique of recurring characters, which allows for a rich, interconnected narrative within his larger work, The Human Comedy.
- Q: Is Old Goriot considered a classic? A: Yes, Old Goriot is regarded as a classic of literature and is part of Penguin Classics, representing significant literary works throughout history.
- Q: When was Old Goriot first published? A: Old Goriot was first published on May 30, 1951.
- Q: What is the binding type of this edition of Old Goriot? A: This edition of Old Goriot is a paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does Old Goriot have? A: Old Goriot has a total of 304 pages.