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L'Assommoir (Oxford World'S Classics)
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The Seventh Novel In The Rougonmacquart Cycle, L'Assommoir (1877) Is The Story Of A Woman'S Struggle For Happiness In Workingclass Paris. At The Center Of The Story Stands Gervaise, Who Starts Her Own Laundry And For A Time Makes A Success Of It. But Her Husband Soon Squanders Her Earnings In The Assommoir, A Local Drinking Spot, And Gradually The Pair Sink Into Poverty And Squalor.. L'Assommoir Was A Contemporary Bestseller, Outraged Conservative Critics, And Launched A Passionate Debate About The Legitimate Scope Of Modern Literature. This New Translation Captures Not Only The Brutality But The Pathos Of Its Characters' Lives.About The Series: For Over 100 Years Oxford World'S Classics Has Made Available The Broadest Spectrum Of Literature From Around The Globe. Each Affordable Volume Reflects Oxford'S Commitment To Scholarship, Providing The Most Accurate Text Plus A Wealth Of Other Valuable Features, Including Expert Introductions By Leading Authorities, Voluminous Notes To Clarify The Text, Uptodate Bibliographies For Further Study, And Much More.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'L'Assommoir'? A: 'L'Assommoir' explores the struggles of a woman's pursuit of happiness amid the challenges of working-class life in Paris, highlighting themes of poverty, addiction, and societal expectations.
- Q: Who is the author of 'L'Assommoir'? A: The author of 'L'Assommoir' is Emile Zola, a prominent French novelist known for his naturalistic writing style and social commentary.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: This edition of 'L'Assommoir' was published on March 25, 2009.
- Q: How many pages are in 'L'Assommoir'? A: 'L'Assommoir' contains a total of 528 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'L'Assommoir' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The item condition of 'L'Assommoir' is listed as 'Good', indicating it is gently used but in satisfactory condition.
- Q: What makes this translation of 'L'Assommoir' unique? A: This new translation of 'L'Assommoir' captures both the brutality and pathos of the characters' lives, providing a fresh perspective on Zola's work.
- Q: Is 'L'Assommoir' part of a series? A: 'L'Assommoir' is the seventh novel in the Rougon-Macquart cycle, which consists of a series of novels by Emile Zola.
- Q: What are some key features of the Oxford World's Classics series? A: The Oxford World's Classics series offers accurate texts, expert introductions, extensive notes for clarification, and updated bibliographies for further study.
- Q: Is 'L'Assommoir' suitable for academic study? A: 'L'Assommoir' is suitable for academic study, as it is part of a classic literature series and includes a wealth of scholarly resources.