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What a nice discovery! I didn't know Zola wrote about such "contemporary" topics.

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What a nice discovery! I didn't know Zola wrote about such "contemporary" topics.

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If you're looking for novels grappling with all the stuff we're grappling with now - with a hot-off-the-press feel - Zola’s your man. I also highly recommend Nana (in case you're interested!) - and thanks so much for reading and commenting.

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Thank you, I’ll definitely put that on my TBR list. :)

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These images are amazing. I always think of Emile Zola when I used to go to the Bon Marche.

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They're great, aren't they? And, of course, you're right - impossible not to associate Zola with the Bon Marché, even today.

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