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L'Assommoir

L'Assommoir

Émile Zola

L'Assommoir, published in 1877 by Émile Zola, is the seventh novel in the Rougon-Macquart series. It presents a stark examination of alcoholism and poverty in the working-class neighborhoods of Paris. The novel is recognized as one of Zola's masterpieces and played a significant role in establishing his reputation as a leading figure in the literary movement of naturalism. Its unflinching portrayal of social issues makes it a notable work in French literature.

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Émile François Zola (French pronunciation: [emil zɔˈla]) (2 April 1840 – 29 September 1902) was an influential French wr...

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