In this delightful little volume, Honoré de Balzac, the renowned 19th century French novelist and playwright, takes readers on a short fantasy journey to the mystical island of Java where he or rather the narrateur encounters a deadly poison-breathing tree, civilized monkeys, a love-sick sparrow, and the epitome of Oriental desirability of the day the women of Java. Written just before he started work on his magnum opus, La Comedie Humaine, this wonderful tale was a favourite of Balzac himself, and provides readers with a wonderful glimpse into the depths of the novelists imagination. Published in English for the first time, this will delight readers.
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