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Nana [Large Print] (Hardcover)

by Emile Zola (Author)
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This rather risque novel?for 1880 that is?tells the story of ruthless protagonist Nana's rise from the gutter to the height of Parisian society. The book's heavy allusion to sexual favors caused it to be denounced as pornography upon publication, which, of course, made it a big hit.
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This new translation is an accurate and stylish rendering of Zola's original, which was first published in 1880. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Superb, Oct 22 2008
This review is from: NANA (Mass Market Paperback)
The story takes place during the second empire of France, and it is a familiar one. Nana, a teenage prostitute, makes a stunning debut in the theater (Les Varietes) and soon becomes a sought after commodity. However, the power of her attraction to men proves self-destructive to all who fall under her charms. One after the other the lives of these men get caught up in the whirlwind of Nana's desire for comsumption and living, a whirlwind that leaves these men in ruination. The book is remarkable for the vivid portrait of these times and the people that brought such life to them. I absolutely loved this book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Zola's masterpiece, Mar 8 2008
By Prayers for rain (Midi Pyrénées) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Penguin Classics Nana (Paperback)
With l'Assommoir, the best novel by Zola. This story of a young courtisane who breaks all rich men's hearts is a metaphor for the revenge of the working class against the bourgeoisie. Nana avenges the poor in her own way, she never forgets her origins (and they won't let her forget), and that is what will be her downfall, eventually.
I also highly recommend the TV miniseries 'Nana' with Véronique Genest, broadcast in the 80's (available on amazon.fr). You'll agree that generally, film adaptations of novels are disappointing, in that case it's not. The adaptation is brilliant and perfectly captures the novel's atmosphere; the actress Veronique Genest incarnates a wonderful Nana, very faithful to the essence of the character.
But read the novel first!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Disregard the blabbermouth Cameron Kennedy, Mar 19 2006
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This review is from: Penguin Classics Nana (Paperback)
"Nana", the exquisite novel by Emile Zola, being the ninth volume in his Rougon-Macquart cycle, is by far the one book that solidified M. Zola's reputation as a naturalist. His almost life-like prose that excells in evoking vast croud scenes and near-realistic settings make the novel so realistic that I felt I was right in front of the action taking place. The decadence of the Second Empire has been well portrayed by the courtesan Nana, a tart who swallows the wealth of the aristocrats who fall for her. The novel is also very symmetical with the rise and fall of Nana, depicting Nana the actress in the first past and the prostitute in the second. Written in clear prose, this work is A must read for all those lovers of 19th century french literature.
One advice: do NOT be misled by the words of cranks and scribblers who defame books so barbarously...they know NOTHING and are BLIND to good qualities of such works of art. Cameron Kennerdy is a such good-for-nothing that all must keep away from. Listen to me, a student of Bio-psychological Sciences and a patron of the arts.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Nana.
I found the book well written and enjoyable. So much so I have purchased and will read the other books from the cycle (Series). Read more
Published on Jan 28 2004 by Christian J. Graham

1.0 out of 5 stars It's frightening how dreadfull to read a book can be!
This is by far the WORST AND POOREST book I've ever read. Any normal human being (or animal)who has read this book will either become mad and kill himself or throw it from the... Read more
Published on Jun 27 2003 by Cameron Kennedy

5.0 out of 5 stars Rotten Gloss of the Empire
In "Nana", Nana's lovers were:

1. A respectable count
2. His elderly father-in-law
3. A Jewish banker from Frankfurt
4. An actor from "la Variete" theater
5. Read more

Published on Nov 27 2002 by myshiak

5.0 out of 5 stars Adultery, lesbianism, and a bunch of lustful fools
How does this woman keep all her lovers' names straight? She manipulates men, and a few women, with sex (or the threat of sexual denial) to take all she can get from Paris high... Read more
Published on Mar 28 2002 by Confucious

5.0 out of 5 stars indictment of decadence
This novel employs a courtesan, Nana, to condamn the decadence of late 2nd Empire France (1852-1870). Read more
Published on Nov 17 2001 by Robert J. Crawford

5.0 out of 5 stars The Price of riding Nana
Zola presents us with the omnipotence of debauchery.

Nana is empowered by the elusiveness of the respect that she craves. Read more

Published on Jan 10 2000 by Kim

5.0 out of 5 stars Girl Power in the 1860s
No drugs, no rock 'n' roll but plenty of sex. Great entertainment in itself, this book is best read as a sequel to "L'Assommoir" whose tragic downtrodden heroine can be... Read more
Published on Sep 7 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars A scathing satire that is very relevant to today
I read this book and felt it was a scathing satire on the way people can take something of little intrinsic value and "market" it, elevating ti to a place of veneration... Read more
Published on Jun 10 1999

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