How does Zola’s detailed naturalism influence the dark mood of the story?
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How does Zola’s detailed naturalism influence the dark mood of the story?
Did anyone else feel conflicted about rooting for Thérèse despite her moral failings?
What do you think led Zola to focus so heavily on the physical and sensory details in this novel?