The Red and the Black

What happens when pride, politics, and passion collide in a young man's quest for greatness?

The Red and the Black is a gripping psychological novel by Stendhal, following Julien Sorel, a brilliant but conflicted youth from provincial France. Determined to rise in society through intellect and charm, Julien becomes entangled in love affairs, betrayal, and political manipulation—testing the limits of his ambition and morality ⚖.

Set during the Bourbon Restoration, this classic offers an unflinching look at class, hypocrisy, and personal identity, while capturing the emotional complexity of a man divided between the church (black) and the military (red).

This beautifully formatted edition includes historical notes, annotations, and period illustrations—ideal for students, book clubs, and lovers of European classics .

"A penetrating portrait of romantic rebellion and class ambition." – The Guardian

"One of the greatest novels of the 19th century." – The New York Review of Books

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