The Kill by Émile Zola
La Curée
Set against the backdrop of the Second French Empire, this novel delves into the opulent yet morally decaying world of Parisian high society. The narrative follows the ambitious and unscrupulous Aristide Saccard, who seeks to amass wealth and power through real estate speculation. As he navigates the treacherous waters of greed and corruption, his personal life becomes entangled in a web of betrayal and illicit affairs. The story paints a vivid picture of the era's excesses and the inevitable downfall that follows unchecked ambition.
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- Published
- 1872
- Nationality
- French
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 300-350
- Original Language
- French
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- Alternate Titles
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- La Curée
- The Quarry
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