FOUR CLASSICS FROM EMILE ZOLA. All softcover pocket format. Good condition.

La Bête Humaine

Far more than a sex-and-murder thriller, this classic tale is a study of homicide and the French judicial system, its corruption and inherent weakness. With an Introduction. 1982. 366 pp.

Earth

The first translation of Earth in English resulted in prosecution and a judgement for obscenity. Later, however, this brutally realistic picture of the life of the French peasantry in the 19th century became accepted as one of Zola's greatest novels. 1968. 217 pp.

The Game Is Over (The Kill)

One of the key novels in Zola's pitiless analysis of 19th century Paris: a powerful portrait of a degenerate world enmeshed in the lust for gain and pleasure. 1967. 320 pp.

A Love Affair

Set against the background of Paris, this is the poignant story of frustrated love and renunciation, a penetrating glimpse into the terrors of jealousy. With an Introduction. 1967. 317 pp.

All the books are in good condition, but the pages are tanned due to the acid in the paper.