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Emile Zola
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Number of Pages
592
Age Group
All
Language
English
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Book Summary
This is a classic work of fiction set in a northern French mining town. It explores poverty, exploitation, and the power of collective action through a determined young worker and his neighbors. The intended reader is adults and students of literature who value social realism and historical context. The emotional tone is unflinching, urgent, and ultimately hopeful.
The narrative unfolds with a stark, character-driven portrayal of daily life in the mine and the surrounding townโthe debt, hunger, and harsh working conditions that shape the minersโ world. This edition features a precise translation and a thoughtful introduction that places the work in its historical moment, inviting readers to connect past struggles with present questions about work and justice.
Readers experience the story through vivid scenes of underground toil and surface life, moments of camaraderie, and the rising tensions of collective action. The writing balances intimate, human detail with broader social critique, drawing readers into the minersโ world without sensationalism. You move through the book by following the evolution of the conflict and the choices people make under pressure.
After finishing, readers gain empathy for workers and a deeper understanding of how economic systems shape daily life. The book invites reflection on justice, resilience, and the power of collective action, leaving a lasting impression of humanity in trying times.
Product Details
Author
Emile Zola
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Number of Pages
592
Language
English
SKU
9780140447422
ISBN
9780140447422
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
19.71x13x2.67cm
Binding
Hardback
MRP: โน 499
โน 475
โน 24 Off