{"product_id":"madeleine-ferat-9781513133300","title":"Madeleine Ferat","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eMadeleine Férat is a novel by Émile Zola that was published to lukewarm critical acclaim. It explores taboo and the lives of people on the edge of society, humanizing those typically disdained by the literary elite. The novel was adapted into an Italian silent film in 1920. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 256 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 15 February 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: West Margin Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMadeleine Férat  is a novel by French author Émile Zola, published in 1868. It follows the success of his third novel, Thérèse Raquin (1867), and was met with lukewarm critical acclaim. Zola's intention was to explore taboo subjects and the lives of people on the fringes of society, aiming to shed light on the human condition and humanize those often disregarded by the literary elite. In 1920, the novel was adapted into an Italian silent film starring Francesca Bertini. Guillaume and Madeleine have a seemingly perfect romance, with marriage, a child, an inheritance, and a beautiful villa. However, as Madeleine adjusts to married life, she emboldens herself to share aspects of her personal history with Guillaume, including a story about a former lover. To her horror, she discovers that her lover was once Guillaume's best friend. This revelation shatters their idyllic existence, plunging Guillaume into doubt and despair while exposing his hidden vindictive side.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMadeleine Férat  is a poignant exploration of love, secrets, and the false promises of modern life. Written at the beginning of Zola's career, the novel showcases his early interest in subjects often overlooked by writers. It is guided by a strong principle of truth and honesty, offering a fresh perspective on the complexities of human relationships. This edition of Émile Zola's  Madeleine Férat  is a classic work of French literature reimagined for modern readers. With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, it provides a timeless experience for those who seek to delve into the depths of human emotions and societal challenges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 203 x 127 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781513133300\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Emile Zola","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44098837479674,"sku":"9781513133300","price":13.47,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1669984704985_book.jpg?v=1670313425","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/madeleine-ferat-9781513133300","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}