The Charterhouse of Parma

Politics. Passion. Power. In a world shaped by war and ambition, one man seeks meaning.

Step into the stormy grandeur of 19th-century Italy with The Charterhouse of Parma, Stendhal's enduring literary triumph. Follow the life of young Fabrice del Dongo, a nobleman who dreams of military glory and becomes entangled in a dizzying web of court politics, seduction, imprisonment, and love.

A favorite of literary titans from Tolstoy to Proust, this novel is a rich tapestry of Napoleonic history, emotional complexity, and psychological realism. Stendhal's lyrical prose and sharp insight make this not just a novel, but an unforgettable philosophical journey.

This edition includes:

A fully formatted and annotated Kindle edition

Unabridged text, ideal for fans of European literature

A must-read for admirers of Balzac, Hugo, and Dostoevsky

Elegant, dramatic, and emotionally resonant—an essential addition to your classic collection.