Nouveaux Contes à Ninon by Émile Zola
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Zola, Émile, 1840-1902
French
"Nouveaux Contes à Ninon" by Émile Zola is a collection of short stories written during the late 19th century. The opening portion introduces a nostalgic and reflective tone, as the author reminisces about past love and youthful adventures with a character named Ninon, hinting at themes of love, longing, and the passage of time. The beginning of "N...
with a sense of loss. The narrator fondly recalls shared moments with Ninon, depicting idyllic scenes from their youth in Provence, filled with dreams and hopes. As he reflects on the ten years that have passed since their initial encounters, he reveals the struggles and hardships he has faced in Paris, contrasted with the sweetness of his remembrances. This poignant blend of past joy and present weariness creates an emotional depth that invites readers to engage with the complex realities of love and ambition in Zola's work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Michelle Campbell
5 months agoHaving read this twice, it creates a vivid world that you simply do not want to leave. Absolutely essential reading.
Elizabeth Robinson
2 months agoFor a digital edition, the interplay between the protagonists drives the story forward beautifully. I will be reading more from this author.
George Wilson
5 months agoI rarely write reviews but it manages to explain difficult concepts in plain English. Simply brilliant.
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Oliver Jones
1 month agoA fantastic discovery, it challenges the reader's perspective in the most intellectual way. It is definitely a 5-star read from me.