Publisher's Synopsis
Germinal: Or Master and Man is a novel written by Emile Zola and published in 1901. The book is set in the late 19th century in a French mining town called Montsou. It tells the story of Etienne Lantier, a young coal miner who comes to Montsou in search of work.Etienne is initially welcomed by the miners and becomes involved in their struggle for better working conditions and wages. However, as the strike continues, the miners become more desperate and violent, leading to a tragic and explosive climax.The novel also explores the relationship between the workers and their employers, highlighting the stark contrast between the opulent lifestyle of the mine owners and the poverty and suffering of the workers.Germinal is often regarded as one of Zola's most powerful and influential works, and is considered a masterpiece of French literature. It is a powerful and moving portrayal of the human cost of industrialization and the struggle for social justice.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
