Book Quote by Honore de Balzac
“One day, about the middle of July 1838, one of the carriages, lately introduced to Paris cabstands, and known as Milords, was driving down the Rue de l'Universite, conveying a stout man of middle height in the uniform of a captain of the National Guard.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Le Père Goriot (1835) by Honoré de Balzac
A vivid scene depicting a carriage and a National Guard captain in 1838 Paris, illustrating everyday life and social observation
In simple terms: A snapshot of 1838 Paris street life with a carriage and a guard captain
Key Takeaway
Notice details of ordinary moments to understand history
Themes
history
urban life
observation
Mood
curious
reflective
Type
narrative
descriptive
When to use this quote
- museum tours
- historical fiction researchurban planning
- cultural studies
Key Concepts
social class
transport
military presence
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this scene reveal about 1838 Paris society?
- How does transport reflect social status?
A Different Perspective
May overlook broader social context beyond the scene
