Le Docteur Pascal

Language: FrenchPublished: July 1, 2005

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Physicians Fiction France Social life and customs 19th century

Bookshelves:

Culture/Civilization/Society Fiction Literature FR Littérature

Authors:

Zola, Émile
1840 - 1902

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About this book

In the late 19th century, as scientific inquiry began to challenge traditional beliefs, Émile Zola's "Le Docteur Pascal" emerges as a pivotal exploration of heredity and human destiny. This novel, part of the renowned "Les Rougon-Macquart" series, follows Doctor Pascal Rougon, whose relentless pursuit of knowledge unveils the intricate ties between genetics and social environment. Through his groundbreaking research, Zola delves into themes of determinism and the struggle for individual identity. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians alike, this compelling narrative invites readers to ponder the implications of inherited traits and societal expectations. Experience Zola's profound insights into the human condition and the quest for understanding in a rapidly changing world.