tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post6584354921295384697..comments2024-03-25T20:57:40.930-04:00Comments on Gulfside Musing: The Ladies' Paradise by Emile ZolaJoAnnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13691864361197071517noreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-34890509777339071762021-02-01T20:53:55.371-05:002021-02-01T20:53:55.371-05:00Interesting blog post, it reminds me of Lourdes th...Interesting blog post, it reminds me of Lourdes the book discussing one of the controversial writings by Emile Zola about the conflict of faith and naturalism that took stage in the famous pilgrimage place Lourdes, France. I tried to write a blog about it, hope you like it too: https://stenote.blogspot.com/2020/02/an-interview-with-emile.htmlstenotehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01036496407806809635noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-72337627991581809282010-04-29T13:09:16.014-04:002010-04-29T13:09:16.014-04:00Jenny Girl - I first heard of Zola in an on-line b...Jenny Girl - I first heard of Zola in an on-line book club I belong to, but it took me a couple more years to read one of the books. Now I'm starting to consider him a favorite. Hope you get to sample his writing soon!JoAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13691864361197071517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-70653759324880870812010-04-28T19:10:35.875-04:002010-04-28T19:10:35.875-04:00Your review has me adding this to my tbr. I will ...Your review has me adding this to my tbr. I will admit I had vaguely heard of of Emile Zola bu knew none of her works. <br />This sounds like a great story with those extra little things that bring this time period to life.<br />thanks JoAnn :)Jenny Girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04077659644092707107noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-57593207473792768022010-04-23T20:37:31.023-04:002010-04-23T20:37:31.023-04:00Mel U - Just read your review of Nana, and I thin...Mel U - Just read your review of Nana, and I think that will probably be my next Zola novel. He has quite a talent for bringing his subjects to life - It felt like I was a part of The Ladies' Paradise, too!JoAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13691864361197071517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-21401293351865883782010-04-23T18:32:05.630-04:002010-04-23T18:32:05.630-04:00I just posted on Nana for the classics circuit-I r...I just posted on Nana for the classics circuit-I really enjoyed the book and found it wonderfully visual and very effective in bring the night world of Paris to life for me-I enjoyed reading your excellent review a lot and will consider Ladies Paradise along with Germinal for my second Zola read.Mel uhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08714473754458914681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-41730050359114417392010-04-23T08:24:56.082-04:002010-04-23T08:24:56.082-04:00Afewofmyfavoritebooks - If you've already got ...Afewofmyfavoritebooks - If you've already got a copy, definitely give it a try. I can honestly say I never found the book boring. You're right in saying Zola can be ruthless - I'll be sure to visit your review of The Kill. Thanks for commenting!<br /><br />Carol Fleserieu-Miller - This definitely wasn't as brutal in its realism as Therese Raquin, or as I imagine Germinal is after reading a few reviews. Still, it was a fascinating book. I'm not at all familiar with 'Lourdes" and look forward to stopping by on the 25th!JoAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13691864361197071517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-43758259408207911832010-04-22T14:51:32.600-04:002010-04-22T14:51:32.600-04:00I'm so glad to read a Zola review about a &quo...I'm so glad to read a Zola review about a "happier" or at least more positive book. Some of his works, as I'm reading the Classics Tour reviews, are also realistic but sad to the point of shocking if that makes any sense. I'm reviewing "Lourdes" on April 25. Stop by and see what I mean. Thanks for a terrific review.Carol Fleserieu-Millerhttp://52annualbookreviews.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-63037211742376796142010-04-22T11:19:23.037-04:002010-04-22T11:19:23.037-04:00Great review! I've been meaning to read The La...Great review! I've been meaning to read The Ladies' Paradise, I already have a copy of it, but haven't started yet. Watching shopping develop in 19th century Paris intrigues me and also makes me wonder if it will be a teensy bit boring... Also Zola tends to be rather ruthless at times! (I'm reviewing The Kill by him tomorrow, which is full of sensual and yet disturbing things.) Glad I found your blog through Zola!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-36787647842524787542010-04-22T08:42:04.565-04:002010-04-22T08:42:04.565-04:00Softdrink - Go ahead... give Zola a try!Softdrink - Go ahead... give Zola a try!JoAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13691864361197071517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-45181439852520760192010-04-21T20:26:11.286-04:002010-04-21T20:26:11.286-04:00Hmm, I've never had much interest in Zola, but...Hmm, I've never had much interest in Zola, but this one does sound kinda interesting.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-51031509335817044032010-04-21T19:10:34.153-04:002010-04-21T19:10:34.153-04:00Cat - Theresa Raquin was excellent and I would re...Cat - Theresa Raquin was excellent and I would recommend you read that next... then if you still want more Zola, continue with The Ladies' Paradise. Thanks for visiting!JoAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13691864361197071517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-70390464470664622622010-04-21T17:02:41.144-04:002010-04-21T17:02:41.144-04:00Great review. I'm wondering whether to try thi...Great review. I'm wondering whether to try this one next or Therese Raquin. I think Germinal might be a bit grim.Cathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09391899740930810224noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-40006522635330935772010-04-21T14:04:48.917-04:002010-04-21T14:04:48.917-04:00Rose City Reader - I'd never even heard of Zo...Rose City Reader - I'd never even heard of Zola until just a few years ago, and now he's becoming a favorite. Can't decide if Nana or Germinal will be next...JoAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13691864361197071517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-83318289477168257982010-04-21T13:20:06.965-04:002010-04-21T13:20:06.965-04:00Great review! Thanks for bringing this classic to ...Great review! Thanks for bringing this classic to my attention. I really enjoyed Therese Raquin, and years ago loved Nana, but have not read a lot of Zola's books. <br /><br />I should have participated in this April event.Gilion at Rose City Readerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18080293172467000794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-4465305202384883422010-04-21T07:49:48.905-04:002010-04-21T07:49:48.905-04:00Rebecca Reid - It's been fun to see the varied...Rebecca Reid - It's been fun to see the varied reactions to Zola. I really enjoy his style, but can see why it wouldn't appeal to others. The Masterpiece doesn't interest me... plan to try Nana or Germinal next.JoAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13691864361197071517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-78356817781630412582010-04-19T08:09:35.208-04:002010-04-19T08:09:35.208-04:00I'm so glad you enjoy Zola so much! I have to ...I'm so glad you enjoy Zola so much! I have to give him another chance. I did find in my book (The MASTERPIECE) that there was far too much social commentary for my tastes. I wonder if it's just me...(i.e., Zola is just not a favorite for me)Rebecca Reidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06062252252301802298noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-61963691100128826382010-04-18T11:37:51.151-04:002010-04-18T11:37:51.151-04:00Kals - There were many gorgeous passages describin...Kals - There were many gorgeous passages describing the beautiful fabrics or displays.... such fun to read.<br /><br />Amanda - I'm starting to think that, too! I'm in NYC today and plan to go to The Strand...will see what other Zola titles they have.<br /><br />E.L. Fay - I love fiction as social history... starting to think Zola is the master!<br /><br />Sandy - I kept marveling at the contemporary feel all through this novel... still can't believe it was written in the 1800's!<br /><br />Nymeth - I don't think you'll be disappointed with Zola! Therese Raquin is a good place to start.JoAnnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13691864361197071517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-2794309248647080152010-04-18T00:37:59.046-04:002010-04-18T00:37:59.046-04:00This does sound modern ("the devil wears Mour...This does sound modern ("the devil wears Mouret") and intriguing. Someday I will read Zola. Someday...dshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07616750784052488695noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-8517207950517752802010-04-17T21:01:18.446-04:002010-04-17T21:01:18.446-04:00Never heard of this one until today, but it certai...Never heard of this one until today, but it certainly made an impression on you!! Sounds pretty interesting to me actually...may have to think about adding this to my TBR list! Thanks for the lovely review on this one!Stacihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07600979915661464945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-8059802067733388652010-04-17T16:57:45.450-04:002010-04-17T16:57:45.450-04:00Great review. I'm learning so much about Zola...Great review. I'm learning so much about Zola from this tour -- I know I'll be reading more of his work.Laurahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07219439074687598827noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-73818348773185828192010-04-17T16:47:57.402-04:002010-04-17T16:47:57.402-04:00This comment has been removed by the author.Stacyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12387313238448432017noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-56006243749571103672010-04-17T16:45:58.186-04:002010-04-17T16:45:58.186-04:00This sounds like a fascinating read. I don't k...This sounds like a fascinating read. I don't know what I haven't read Zola before considering I used to pin some of his quotes on my bulletin board when I was younger. I will definitely be adding this to my tbr list.Stacyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12387313238448432017noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-26670253941779464012010-04-17T15:14:46.401-04:002010-04-17T15:14:46.401-04:00This is why I love the Classics Circuit: Zola is n...This is why I love the Classics Circuit: Zola is now on my "must read" list!Ana S.https://www.blogger.com/profile/16092495983972185943noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-36600617691844294322010-04-17T13:02:40.114-04:002010-04-17T13:02:40.114-04:00You are right, this sounds surprisingly modern! W...You are right, this sounds surprisingly modern! Which is amazing all by itself. The idea of aggressive marketing, extra benefits for employees, and making work its own social community is not a new concept I guess!Sandy Nawrothttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00564390728106776030noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7080965436653289398.post-63686684621332832112010-04-17T12:53:55.169-04:002010-04-17T12:53:55.169-04:00Social history and fiction in a primary source mat...Social history and fiction in a primary source material? I love it! Never read Zola but this seems like a good place to start.Eileenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11058705381647529328noreply@blogger.com