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Ladies Paradise

Ladies Paradise

Auteur(s): Émile Zola
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 Zolas captivating novel, originally published in French as Au Bonheur des Dames (The Ladies Delight) in 1882, is the eleventh entry in his Rougon-Macquart series. This English translation by Ernest Alfred Vizetelly, released in 1886, presents a dazzling, fast-paced drama set in the worlds first department store. It explores groundbreaking marketing strategies, fashion, and the allure of glamour, while delving into themes of lust, greed, courage, deception, and the human condition. At the center of this whirlwind is Denise, a young saleswoman who faces financial struggles, treacherous friendships, and irresistible temptations. With quiet resilience, she navigates her way to success, offering readers a poignant portrayal of social upheaval and womens resistance to adversity. The novel inspired a BBC television series, The Paradise, which aired in two seasons from 2012 to 2013, and was also adapted for BBC Radio 4 as a play, premiering in September 2010. ~ Solo by Kristinjg, Edited by Michele Fry, Summary by Michele FryCopyright Nature and Animals
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  • 030 - Chapter 13 Part 1

    030 - Chapter 13 Part 1
    Feb 8 2026
    Zolas captivating novel, originally published in French as Au Bonheur des Dames (The Ladies Delight) in 1882, is the eleventh entry in his Rougon-Macquart series. This English translation by Ernest Alfred Vizetelly, released in 1886, presents a dazzling, fast-paced drama set in the worlds first department store. It explores groundbreaking marketing strategies, fashion, and the allure of glamour, while delving into themes of lust, greed, courage, deception, and the human condition. At the center of this whirlwind is Denise, a young saleswoman who faces financial struggles, treacherous friendships, and irresistible temptations. With quiet resilience, she navigates her way to success, offering readers a poignant portrayal of social upheaval and womens resistance to adversity. The novel inspired a BBC television series, The Paradise, which aired in two seasons from 2012 to 2013, and was also adapted for BBC Radio 4 as a play, premiering in September 2010. ~ Solo by Kristinjg, Edited by Michele Fry, Summary by Michele Fry
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    35 min
  • 029 - Chapter 12 Part 3

    029 - Chapter 12 Part 3
    Feb 7 2026
    Zolas captivating novel, originally published in French as Au Bonheur des Dames (The Ladies Delight) in 1882, is the eleventh entry in his Rougon-Macquart series. This English translation by Ernest Alfred Vizetelly, released in 1886, presents a dazzling, fast-paced drama set in the worlds first department store. It explores groundbreaking marketing strategies, fashion, and the allure of glamour, while delving into themes of lust, greed, courage, deception, and the human condition. At the center of this whirlwind is Denise, a young saleswoman who faces financial struggles, treacherous friendships, and irresistible temptations. With quiet resilience, she navigates her way to success, offering readers a poignant portrayal of social upheaval and womens resistance to adversity. The novel inspired a BBC television series, The Paradise, which aired in two seasons from 2012 to 2013, and was also adapted for BBC Radio 4 as a play, premiering in September 2010. ~ Solo by Kristinjg, Edited by Michele Fry, Summary by Michele Fry
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    29 min
  • 028 - Chapter 12 Part 2

    028 - Chapter 12 Part 2
    Feb 6 2026
    Zolas captivating novel, originally published in French as Au Bonheur des Dames (The Ladies Delight) in 1882, is the eleventh entry in his Rougon-Macquart series. This English translation by Ernest Alfred Vizetelly, released in 1886, presents a dazzling, fast-paced drama set in the worlds first department store. It explores groundbreaking marketing strategies, fashion, and the allure of glamour, while delving into themes of lust, greed, courage, deception, and the human condition. At the center of this whirlwind is Denise, a young saleswoman who faces financial struggles, treacherous friendships, and irresistible temptations. With quiet resilience, she navigates her way to success, offering readers a poignant portrayal of social upheaval and womens resistance to adversity. The novel inspired a BBC television series, The Paradise, which aired in two seasons from 2012 to 2013, and was also adapted for BBC Radio 4 as a play, premiering in September 2010. ~ Solo by Kristinjg, Edited by Michele Fry, Summary by Michele Fry
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    27 min
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