Red Inn

Red Inn

by Honoré de Balzac

The Red Inn is a short story by Honoré de Balzac set in 19th-century France. The narrative follows two army surgeons who find themselves caught in a web of intrigue and violence during their stay at a remote inn. As they navigate the complexities of the situation, they uncover a murder and must unravel the secrets surrounding it, ultimately facing the consequences of their involvement. Balzac's characteristic exploration of human nature and the darker aspects of society is evident in the story, with themes of ambition, betrayal, and justice interwoven within the plot.

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Honoré de was a French novelist and playwright. The novel sequence La Comédie humaine, which presents a panorama of post-Napoleonic French life, is generally viewed as his magnum opus....

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