# How does Modeste Mignon develop the theme of Social Class and Appearance?

> Modeste Mignon by Honoré de Balzac

## Answer

Modeste Mignon by Honoré de Balzac develops Social Class and Appearance across the chapters the companion marks for this theme.

Balzac contrasts the pretensions of provincial society, such as Madame Latournelle's attempts at aristocratic airs, with the realities of class, wealth, and physical appearance, as exemplified by the detailed descriptions of characters like the hunchback clerk Butscha.

The Duc d'Hérouville's noble titles and wealth are contrasted with Modeste's perceived fortune.

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- [modeste-mignon](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/modeste_mignon_se/chapters/modeste-mignon.md): The Duc d'Hérouville's noble titles and wealth are contrasted with Modeste's perceived fortune.

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