May 20, 1799-August 19, 1850

Realism artist: Honore de Balzac

He was a French novelist, and the first writer to use fiction to convey the total social scene prevailing within one country at a particular period in its history. In his early years his parents were upset about his choice to devote himself to a literary career instead of entering legal profession. His father gave him a small allowance on understands that after 2 years he would produce a. Aster piece or abandon his ambitions. He created sensational and humorous novels that he didn't sign. In 1829 he published his 1st novel "Le Dernier Chouan" that he signed. His moral had been weakened by constant frustration and disappointments. He died after a journey back to France.