The Monomaniac (La bête humaine) by Émile Zola

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By Karen Klein Posted on Mar 10, 2026
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Zola, Émile, 1840-1902 Zola, Émile, 1840-1902
English
"The Monomaniac (La bête humaine)" by Émile Zola is a novel published in 1890. This psychological thriller follows Jacques Lantier, a railway engine driver plagued by hereditary madness that transforms his desires into violent urges against women. Set among railway workers operating the Paris-Le Havre line in the late 1860s, the story weaves togeth...
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perpetrators—leading to a passionate affair and a web of deadly consequences that culminate in tragedy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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This masterpiece is free from copyright limitations. It serves as a testament to our shared literary heritage.

Paul Lopez
2 years ago

Great digital experience compared to other versions.

Joseph Hernandez
1 year ago

Perfect.

Michelle Thompson
1 year ago

Finally found time to read this!

Aiden Gonzalez
9 months ago

Perfect.

Robert Walker
1 year ago

I started reading out of curiosity and the arguments are well-supported by credible references. I will read more from this author.

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