# Social Class and Exclusion in The Lily of the Valley

> Theme guide for The Lily of the Valley by Honoré de Balzac.

Félix's school experiences highlight class distinctions, as he is mocked for his meager lunches (lacking the prized rillettes) and treated as a pariah, reflecting how economic disparity and social standing affect childhood and identity.

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