(法)司汤达，罗新璋，果麦文化 出品

About the Author

Stendhal, the pen name of Marie-Henri Beyle (1783-1842), was a pioneering French novelist and critic whose works profoundly influenced modern literature. Born in Grenoble, he pursued a multifaceted career as a soldier, diplomat, and writer, drawing from his experiences in the Napoleonic Wars to explore themes of ambition, love, and societal hypocrisy. His psychological depth and realistic portrayal of human emotions set him apart as a precursor to realism. Stendhal's masterpiece, The Red and the Black, chronicles the rise and fall of Julien Sorel, a ambitious young man navigating class barriers in post-Revolutionary France. Despite modest success in his lifetime, his innovative style later earned him acclaim as one of the 19th century's greatest authors, with translations and editions, including those by Luo Xinzhang and Guomai Culture, continuing to introduce his genius to new readers worldwide.