Nana

Nana is a novel written by French author Emile Zola and published in 1880. The book is set in Paris during the Second French Empire and follows the life of a young woman named Nana, who rises from poverty to become a famous courtesan and actress.Nana is a beautiful and charismatic woman who uses her charm and sexuality to manipulate men and climb the social ladder. She has numerous affairs and relationships throughout the book, including with wealthy businessmen, artists, and even a prince.However, Nana's success is short-lived, and she eventually falls victim to her own excesses and the societal pressures of the time. The novel explores themes of decadence, corruption, and the destructive power of desire.Zola's writing style is known for its realism and attention to detail, and Nana is no exception. The book vividly depicts the sights, sounds, and smells of Paris in the late 19th century, as well as the complex social and political dynamics of the time.Overall, Nana is a classic work of French literature that continues to be studied and admired for its portrayal of a fascinating and complex character and its commentary on the society in which she lived.Ever since this morning people have been dreeing me with Nana. I've met more than twenty people, and it's Nana here and Nana there! What do I know? Am I acquainted with all the light ladies in Paris? Nana is an invention of Bordenave's! It must be a fine one!""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.