Nana is a mesmerizing tale of ambition, decadence, and the destructive power of desire set in 19th-century Paris. Born into poverty, Nana rises to fame as a courtesan, using her beauty and charm to captivate wealthy men and climb the social ladder. However, her influence over high society leads to scandal, obsession, and ultimately, tragedy. Through vivid descriptions and sharp social critique, the novel exposes the hypocrisy of the elite and the fragile nature of power. Zolas naturalistic style brings the world of theater, luxury, and excess to life, making the story both captivating and unsettling. Nanas journey is both a symbol of personal ambition and a reflection of a society driven by superficiality and corruption. A masterpiece of French literature, it remains a timeless exploration of human weakness and societal decay.
Details e-book Nana
🗸 Author(s): Émile Zola,Brian Nelson,Helen Constantine
🗸 Title: Nana (Oxford World's Classics)
🗸 Rating : 4.5 from 5 stars (58 reviews)
🗸 Languange: English
🗸 Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
🗸 Supported Devices: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
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