Flood
by Emile Zola
'Flood' Summary
As the relentless floodwaters surge through the countryside, the patriarch helplessly watches his family's world crumble around him. Their home, their livelihoods, and their loved ones are swept away in a matter of hours. In the aftermath, the survivors are left to confront the wreckage of their lives and the profound sense of loss that permeates their existence. Zola's masterful storytelling delves into the depths of human resilience and vulnerability as the family struggles to come to terms with their shattered dreams and rebuild their lives amidst the ruins. "Flood" is a timeless tale that explores the indomitable power of nature and the profound impact it can have on the human spirit.Book Details
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Emile Zola
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Émile Édouard Charles Antoine Zola was a French novelist, journalist, playwright, the best-known practitioner of the literary school of naturalism, and an important contributor to the de...
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