# Love and Marriage in Ursule Mirouët

> Theme guide for Ursule Mirouët by Honoré de Balzac.

Romantic love, particularly between Ursule and Savinien, is portrayed as a force that transcends social barriers, yet it is constantly thwarted by parental pride, class prejudice, and financial considerations.

## Where it surfaces

- [Part II: The Minoret Property](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ursule_mirou_t_se/chapters/part-ii-the-minoret-property): Savinien's love for Ursule is opposed by his mother, who prioritizes family honor over personal happiness.

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