The Three Cities, Lourdes Volume V
The novel revolves around the lives of several characters connected to the three cities of Lille, Roubaix, and Paris. It explores themes of love, family, social class, and politics during the late 19th century in France. The story follows a young woman who becomes embroiled in a complex web of relationships and deceit as she navigates her way through the societal hierarchies of the time.
By Émile Zola · First published 1894 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Realism, Historical Fiction · 5 chapters · 52,940 words
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AGAIN that night Pierre, at the Hotel of the Apparitions, was unable to obtain a wink of sleep. After calling at the hospital to inquire after Marie, who, since her return from the procession, had been soundly enjoying the delicious, restoring sleep of a child, he had gone to bed himself feeling anxious at the prolonged absence of M. de Guersaint. He had expected him at latest at dinner-time, but probably some mischance had detained him at Gavarnie; and he thought how disappointed Marie would be if her father were not there to embrace her the first thing in the morning. With a man like M. de Guersaint, so pleasantly heedless and so hare-brained, everything was possible, every fear might be realised.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Émile Zola
- Date: 1894 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Literary Fiction, Realism, Historical Fiction, Psychological Fiction, Religious Fiction
- Length: 52,940 words
- Structure: 5 chapters, 586 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Literary Fiction — The book explores complex characters and themes, focusing on human emotions, relationships, and moral dilemmas.
- Realism — Zola's work depicts everyday life and social issues with a focus on the struggles of individuals within society.
- Historical Fiction — The narrative is set against the backdrop of the national pilgrimage to Lourdes, reflecting historical and cultural contexts.
- Psychological Fiction — The characters' internal conflicts and emotional struggles are central to the plot, revealing their psychological depth.
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French literature · 19th century · Realism · Catholic Church · Pilgrimage · Religion · Spirituality · Historical fiction · Social commentary · Philosophical themes · Psychological insight · Character-driven narrative