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When we read a book originally published in another language, much depends on the quality of the translation. Mark Kurlansky's accurate and readable English version is one of the best translations I've ever read from French to English. The novel itself starts slowly and I only persevered because I was reading it for a book group. About a third of the way through I was drawn into life of the Halles neighborhood and enjoyed the rest of the book. I plan to read more Zola if I can find a translation as good as this.


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The Belly of Paris Modern Library Classics Emile Zola Mark Kurlansky Books Reviews

Although this book was assigned as part of my writing class, it is one of my favorites. Zola is amazingly realistic in his discriptions, and blends political philosophy with poetic prose in a way that makes the book impossible to put down. Even if you are not that into literature, The Belly of Paris is definitely worth a read.
With a terrific introduction to Zola and his work(s), the translation of THE BELLY OF PARIS is an excellent one! I am certain I will be referring to it many times over not only with studehts but for my own knowledge. I read most of the book while in Paris and that made the book even more impressive and noteworthy.

Dr. Alan-Clarke Hudson
A good read by a good author
Had to read this ap english summer assignment. It started out slow and I had my doubts the further I read the more intrigued i was. Writing this as of 7 summers ago since I read this. Still don't regret it.
I'm not a foodie, so the descriptions of food were overlong for my tastes. The humor and quality of writing were wonderful.
Classic which I liked
wonderful book, full of evocative descriptions of life in Paris in the 1850's - worth reading for the descriptions of food and food preparation alone, not to mention the personal glimpse into the politics and conditions of the times...
When we read a book originally published in another language, much depends on the quality of the translation. Mark Kurlansky's accurate and readable English version is one of the best translations I've ever read from French to English. The novel itself starts slowly and I only persevered because I was reading it for a book group. About a third of the way through I was drawn into life of the Halles neighborhood and enjoyed the rest of the book. I plan to read more Zola if I can find a translation as good as this.