Paris, Vol. 2

A pioneering figure in the naturalist movement, Émile Zola is renowned for his vivid portrayal of social issues, class struggles, and human nature. His extensive body of work, including the Rougon-Macquart series, delves deep into the complexities of 19th-century French society. Zola's narrative style is marked by meticulous realism and unflinching examination of morality, poverty, and the industrial age's impact. His works often serve as a critique of the institutions and conditions of his time, making him a seminal voice in both literature and social activism.