The Ladies' Paradise: A Realistic Novel by Émile Zola

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Author Zola, Émile, 1840-1902
Uniform Title Au bonheur des dames. English
Title The Ladies' Paradise: A Realistic Novel
Note Sequel to "Piping Hot!" #54686
Credits David Widger
Summary "The Ladies' Paradise: A Realistic Novel" by Émile Zola is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows Denise, a young woman who arrives in Paris with her two brothers after the death of their father, seeking a new life and struggling to support her family. The narrative delves into themes of ambition, commerce, and the changing dynamics of retail life, centering around the rising influence of a grand department store, aptly named "The Ladies' Paradise." The opening of the novel introduces Denise and her brothers as they explore Paris, overwhelmed by the grandeur of The Ladies' Paradise, a vibrant drapery shop that captivates them with its vast displays and consumer allure. Their initial journey is marked by a mix of excitement and anxiety, particularly as they confront their new reality—the potential of finding work in a bustling city juxtaposed against their recent losses and uncertainties. As Denise encounters her uncle Baudu, the proprietor of a smaller, struggling shop across the street, the narrative sets the stage for conflict between the traditional trade practices and the burgeoning commercial empire represented by The Ladies' Paradise. This rich narrative foundation indicates an exploration of class, gender roles, and the impacts of modernization in late 19th-century Paris. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Paris (France) -- Fiction
Subject Department stores -- Fiction
Subject Women sales personnel -- Fiction
Subject Seduction -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 54687
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Aug 15, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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