A simple concept of parallels and contrasts in the lives of sisters, carefully told with gentle irony. It starts in 1864 when Constance and Sophia are...
Scenes from a Courtesan's Life is one of the last great works completed by Balzac for his huge novel series entitled The Human Comedy. Sections of thi...
In a world obsessed with physical beauty, Dorrie, the 'ugly' sister, struggles to find her place amidst the constant comparisons with her beautiful si...