Germinal (Les Rougon-Macquart, #13)
by Émile Zola, Roger Pearson
Germinal by Émile Zola, Roger Pearson holds a highly rated rating of 4.09 out of 5, based on 19.3K reader ratings. First published in 1885. The book spans 592 pages.
About Germinal
The thirteenth novel in Émile Zola’s great Rougon-Macquart sequence, Germinal expresses outrage at the exploitation of the many by the few, but also shows humanity’s capacity for compassion and hope.Etienne Lantier, an unemployed railway worker, is a clever but uneducated young man with a dangerous temper. Forced to take a back-breaking job at Le Voreux mine when he cannot get other work, he discovers that his fellow miners are ill, hungry, in debt, and unable to feed and clothe their families. When conditions in the mining community deteriorate even further, Lantier finds himself leading a strike that could mean starvation or salvation for all.•New translation• Includes introduction, suggestions for further reading, filmography, chronology, explanatory notes, and glossary
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Émile Zola, Roger Pearson |
| Published | 1885 |
| Pages | 592 |
| Genres | Classics, Fiction, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.09 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 19,325 |
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What genre is Germinal?
Germinal is categorized as Classics, Fiction, Historical Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is Germinal worth reading?
Based on 19.3K reader ratings, Germinal has an average score of 4.09 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Germinal?
Germinal has 592 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote Germinal?
Germinal was written by Émile Zola, Roger Pearson. It was first published in 1885.
What is the ISBN for Germinal?
The ISBN-13 for Germinal is 9780140447420.0.
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