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The story unfolds in Paris, where the lives of three characters intertwine amid themes of ambition, love, and sacrifice. Elderly Goriot, a devoted father, impoverishes himself to support his selfish daughters, who exploit his generosity. Meanwhile, young Rastignac, an ambitious law student, navigates high society, tempted by wealth and status. Observing their struggles is Vautrin, a mysterious figure offering morally dubious shortcuts to success. Balzac’s masterpiece critiques social climbing, familial betrayal, and the harsh realities of 19th-century French society. With rich detail and psychological depth, the novel explores human desires, moral compromise, and the cost of ambition.
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