Émile Zola: A Very Short Introduction
by
Brian Nelson
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Science Fiction
Format
Paperback
Pages
160
Language
English
Published
Oct 1, 2020
Publisher
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10
0198837569
ISBN-13
9780198837565
Description
Brian Nelson explores the profound impact of Émile Zola on the landscape of literature and his pivotal role in the naturalism movement. Zola's innovative approach to storytelling, characterized by its detail and a focus on the influence of environment and heredity, reshaped how narratives were constructed and what themes were explored in literature.
This concise introduction delves into Zola's life, his literary endeavors, and the social context in which he wrote. Readers gain insight into his philosophies and how they translated into his evocative works, revealing a writer deeply engaged with the realities of human existence and societal issues. Through clear and engaging prose, Nelson invites a deeper appreciation for Zola's enduring legacy.
This concise introduction delves into Zola's life, his literary endeavors, and the social context in which he wrote. Readers gain insight into his philosophies and how they translated into his evocative works, revealing a writer deeply engaged with the realities of human existence and societal issues. Through clear and engaging prose, Nelson invites a deeper appreciation for Zola's enduring legacy.
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