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The Monomaniac
Hardcover
Classic FictionGeneral FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781023519311
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 280
Weight: 1.25
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Émile Zola, master of French literature, delves into the darkest corners of the human psyche in The Monomaniac (La bête humaine). This powerful work of psychological fiction explores the destructive force of obsession and the grip of fatalism. Set against the backdrop of the burgeoning railway system, the story examines the primal urges that drive individuals to the brink.
A classic of French literature, meticulously translated and prepared for print, The Monomaniac resonates with timeless themes of human nature. Zola's unflinching gaze penetrates the depths of the mind, revealing the turmoil within. Readers interested in literary classics, psychological dramas, and the exploration of profound human experiences will find themselves captivated by this enduring tale. Explore the dark side of obsession in this gripping story.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
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