Pearson, Roger

Germinal (Penguin Classics)

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ISBN 13:
9780140447422
author:
Pearson, Roger
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Penguin Classics
language:
English
Publication Year:
2004
Pages:
592
Dimensions:
19.71 x 13 x 2.67 centimetres (0
Genre:
19th century fiction
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£11.27

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Germinal by Emile Zola is a powerful exploration of social injustice and human resilience. Set in a mining community struggling with poverty and exploitation, the novel follows the story of Etienne Lantier, an unemployed railway worker who takes a back-breaking job at Le Voreux mine. As conditions deteriorate, Lantier finds himself at the forefront of a strike that could mean salvation or starvation for all. This new translation includes valuable supplementary materials such as an introduction, suggestions for further reading, and explanatory notes to enhance your understanding of the novel. With its thought-provoking themes and gripping narrative, Germinal is a compelling read for anyone interested in social commentary and historical fiction.

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