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Au Bonheur Des Dames (Penguin Classics)
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Through Charm, Drive, And Diligent Effort Octave Mouret Has Become The Director Of One Of The Finest New Department Stores In Paris, Au Bonheur Des Dames. Supremely Aware Of The Power Of His Position, Mouret Seeks To Exploit The Desire That His Luxuriantly Displayed Merchandise Arouses In The Ladies Who Shop, And The Aspirations Of The Young Female Assistants He Employs. Charting The Beginnings Of The Capitalist Economy And Bourgeois Society, Zola Captures In Lavish Detail The Greedy Customers And Gossiping Staff, And The Obsession With Image, Fashion, And Gratification That Was A Phenomenon Of Nineteenthcentury French Consumer Society. Of All Zola'S Novels, This May Be The One With The Most Relevance For Our Own Time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Au Bonheur des Dames'? A: 'Au Bonheur des Dames' explores the rise of capitalism and bourgeois society in 19th-century France, focusing on consumerism, fashion, and the dynamics within a department store.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Au Bonheur des Dames'? A: The book is written by Émile Zola, a prominent French novelist known for his naturalistic approach to literature.
- Q: Is 'Au Bonheur des Dames' part of a series? A: 'Au Bonheur des Dames' is not part of a series but is one of the novels in Zola's 'Les Rougon-Macquart' cycle, which depicts the lives of a single family across multiple generations.
- Q: What is the format of this edition of 'Au Bonheur des Dames'? A: This edition is a paperback format, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: How many pages does 'Au Bonheur des Dames' have? A: 'Au Bonheur des Dames' has a total of 464 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of its themes and characters.
- Q: When was 'Au Bonheur des Dames' published? A: 'Au Bonheur des Dames' was published on February 26, 2002, as a new edition in Penguin Classics.
- Q: What kind of readers would enjoy 'Au Bonheur des Dames'? A: Readers interested in classic literature, historical fiction, and those who appreciate explorations of social issues, particularly around consumerism and gender roles, would enjoy this book.
- Q: Does this edition include any additional materials or features? A: This edition does not specifically mention any additional features or materials, but it is part of the Penguin Classics series, which often includes introductions or notes.
- Q: Is 'Au Bonheur des Dames' suitable for academic study? A: 'Au Bonheur des Dames' is suitable for academic study due to its rich themes and historical context, making it a valuable text for literature and sociology courses.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: This edition of 'Au Bonheur des Dames' is listed as new, indicating it has not been previously used or damaged.