Émile Zola

The Fat and the Thin (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring Social Class and Morality in 19th-Century Paris
Übersetzer: Vizetelly, Ernest Alfred

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

"The Fat and the Thin" by Émile Zola is a gripping novel that delves into the complexities of social class and morality in 19th-century Paris. Zola's naturalist style vividly paints a stark picture of a society divided by wealth and privilege, where the characters' destinies are largely dictated by their socioeconomic status. Through his detailed descriptions and intricate character development, Zola brings to life the struggle between the working class and the bourgeoisie, highlighting the harsh realities faced by those on the margins of society. Émile Zola, a prominent figure in the literary movement of naturalism, was known for his unflinching portrayals of society and his commitment to social change. His own experiences growing up in poverty and witnessing the disparities of class in French society influenced his writing, leading him to confront and challenge the prevailing social norms of his time. I highly recommend "The Fat and the Thin" to readers interested in thought-provoking literature that explores the intricacies of class dynamics and challenges the status quo. Zola's masterful storytelling and poignant themes make this novel a timeless classic that continues to resonate with contemporary audiences.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 372
• Erscheinungstermin: 21. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664648105
• Artikelnr.: 58499298

Autorenporträt

French author, journalist, dramatist, and founder of the naturalism literary movement, Zola also wrote plays. He played a significant role in both Alfred Dreyfus' exoneration and the political liberalisation of France. Dreyfus had been wrongfully charged and imprisoned as an army commander. In 1901 and 1902, Zola was a candidate for the Nobel Prize in Literature. Zola was born in Paris on April 2, 1840, to François Zola and Emilie Aubert. Before becoming a writer, he was a law student who twice failed the baccalaureate. In his formative years, Zola produced a large number of short stories, essays, plays, and novels. Hachette fired Zola from his position as director of the Paris Opera in 1864 after the release of his scandalous autobiographical book La Confession de Claude (1865), which attracted the attention of the authorities. Zola became a citizen of France in 1862. He met the seamstress Éléonore-Alexandrine Meley, also known as Gabrielle, in 1865, and she eventually became his mistress. On September 29, 1902, Francois Zola died from carbon monoxide poisoning brought on by a poorly ventilated chimney. At the time of his death, he was working on the sequel to his recently published book Vérité, which is about the Dreyfus trial.