How does Ursule Mirouët develop the theme of Family and Obligation?

Ursule Mirouët by Honoré de Balzac develops Family and Obligation across the chapters the companion marks for this theme.

Family ties are depicted as both a source of duty and conflict, with characters like Madame de Portenduère invoking family honor to control her son, while the doctor's guardianship of Ursule tests the limits of familial loyalty.

Savinien's debts and Désiré's return highlight the burdens and expectations placed on sons within their families.