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Zola, Émile
1840
1902
Zola, Émile Édouard Charles Antoine
Zola, Emile
Starkweather, C. C.
Une page d'amour. English
A Love Episode
Reading ease score: 80.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Dagny, John Bickers and David Widger
"A Love Episode" by Émile Zola is a novel written during the late 19th century, which delves into the complexities of love and human connection within the context of familial duties and societal expectations. The story likely focuses on Hélène, a widow, and her deep bond with her daughter Jeanne, highlighting the struggles and passions that accompany their lives. At the start of the narrative, the reader is introduced to Hélène, who is depicted in a moment of turmoil as she responds to her daughter Jeanne's alarming health crisis. The opening paints a vivid picture of their modest home, filled with an almost dreamlike quality, contrasting with the palpable anxiety that Hélène experiences as she tries to summon a doctor to save her child. Her frantic actions and emotional turmoil reveal a strong maternal instinct and set the stage for a deeper exploration of her character and her relationships, notably with Doctor Deberle, who enters the scene as a pivotal figure in their lives. The beginning captures both the warmth of familial love and the shadow of grief, suggesting that the unfolding story will reveal how these dynamics play out amidst the challenges they face. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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France -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
Women -- Psychology -- Fiction
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