Author: Zola, Émile
Synopsis:
In the bustling streets of 19th-century Paris, a diverse cast of characters find themselves entangled in a web of scandal, desire, and ambition. From the opulent apartments of the upper class to the cramped quarters of the working class, Émile Zola's "Piping Hot! (Pot-Bouille): A Realistic Novel" unveils the hidden secrets and vices that simmer beneath the surface of society. As the lives of these individuals intertwine, the reader is taken on a captivating journey through the labyrinthine world of Parisian society, where love, betrayal, and social climbing collide.
Genres: Realistic fiction, social commentary, historical fiction
Themes: Social class, morality, hypocrisy, urban life, human nature
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