"Le Père Goriot" is a novel written by the French author Honoré de Balzac. Published in 1835, it is part of Balzac's series of novels called "La Comédie Humaine" which offers a comprehensive portrait of French society in the early 19th century. The novel revolves around the character of Father Goriot, a retired pasta maker who lives in a boarding house in Paris. Father Goriot's life becomes intertwined with those of two young men, Eugène de Rastignac and Vautrin, who are struggling to make their way in Parisian society. As the story unfolds, the novel explores themes of ambition, social climbing, greed, and the complexities of human relationships. "Le Père Goriot" is a poignant and insightful portrayal of the harsh realities of life in Paris during the post-Napoleonic era. Balzac masterfully captures the intricacies of class distinctions, moral decay, and the pursuit of wealth and power in a rapidly changing society. The novel is widely regarded as one of Balzac's finest works and a