Maitre Cornelius
Maitre Cornelius is a historical fiction novel by Honoré de Balzac.
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About Maitre Cornelius
"Maitre Cornelius" by Honoré de Balzac is a short story published in 1831. Set in 1479 Tours, it follows Georges d'Estouteville, who becomes apprentice to Cornelius Hoogworst, a wealthy but feared silversmith whose home has been mysteriously robbed multiple times. When another theft occurs during Georges's secret nighttime absence, he faces execution like previous apprentices. The King himself investigates the puzzling robberies, leading to a startling discovery about the true nature of the crimes plaguing the miserly merchant's household.
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Who wrote Maitre Cornelius?
Maitre Cornelius was written by Honoré de Balzac.
What genre is Maitre Cornelius?
It is usually shelved as Historical Fiction.
Is Maitre Cornelius free to read?
Yes. It is in the public domain in the United States and can be read free on Project Gutenberg in EPUB, Kindle and HTML formats.
What books are similar to Maitre Cornelius?
Readers who like it often enjoy Wuthering Heights, Little Women and Le Comte de Monte-Cristo, II.
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