Balzac
French writer of the early 19th century, famed for his Comédie Humaine.
This was written, of course, so that in later years aspiring young wags could enjoy variations on the following classic wordplay:
Q. Did you get your head around the Balzac?
A. I'd always considered the Balzac a little hairy but once I got a taste of it I couldn't get enough!
La hilarité est ensuivant - Human Comedy indeed.
written by Ph*l *lan*vil*, approved by Log

One of Balzac's minor works is "Cousin Pons", If you were reading said book in the sixth form common room, it wouldn't take too long for someone to notice and come to the conclusion it is pronounced "ponce". Since you're reading a book with that title you must either BE a ponce, have a cousin who is, or be at least seriously considering a career in poncehood. I suppose the lesson is: don't read poncy books in the 6th form common room.
written by re* and*, approved by Mansh