Zola, Emile
The Masterpiece (Oxford World's Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199536917
- author:
- Zola, Emile
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 464
- Dimensions:
- 19.56 x 2.03 x 12.7 centimetres
- Genre:
- Classic fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Masterpiece is a tragic tale of ambition and obsession, set against the vibrant backdrop of 19th-century Paris. Claude Lantier, a young artist from the provinces, seeks to conquer the city's artistic scene, but his genius is ultimately consumed by his own flaws.
As Lantier's career unfolds, he becomes increasingly fixated on creating one masterpiece, sacrificing the beauty and simplicity of life in the process. This poignant novel provides a unique insight into Zola's own writing career and his relationship with fellow artist Paul Cézanne, as well as the tumultuous world of the Impressionists.
Published by Oxford University Press, this reissue of The Masterpiece offers an affordable and authoritative edition of one of Zola's most autobiographical works. With its wealth of valuable features, including expert introductions and helpful notes, this volume is a valuable addition to any literary collection.
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