Hedelmällisyys: Romaani by Émile Zola

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Author Zola, Émile, 1840-1902
Translator Marjanen, V. A.
Uniform Title Fécondité. Finnish
Title Hedelmällisyys: Romaani
Credits E-text prepared by Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Hedelmällisyys: Romaani" by Émile Zola is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows Mathieu Froment, a determined and hardworking man who juggles his family responsibilities with his demanding job at a factory while navigating the challenges of love and societal expectations. This work explores themes of fertility, societal pressures regarding family size, and the stark realities of life for working-class families. At the start of the narrative, we meet Mathieu as he hurriedly prepares for his day, glancing at the clock and ensuring he doesn't miss the train. The opening introduces readers to his loving relationship with Marianne, his supportive wife, and provides glimpses into their daily struggles with finances and family life. The setting shifts between their modest home and the factory, establishing a stark contrast between the lives of working-class families and the wealthier class they often aspire to join. Zola's portrayal of the characters and their interactions underscores the socio-economic tensions of the time, setting the stage for deeper explorations of family dynamics and the pressures of societal expectations as the story unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject French fiction -- Translations into Finnish
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EBook-No. 38221
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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