"Lourdes" is a novel by the famous French writer Emile Zola, which tells the story of a pilgrimage to the unique Christian holy place of Lourdes in the Pyrenees. In this book, the author adheres to his traditional realist style, revealing the complex relationship between faith, science and society. Zola describes in detail the main character's journey to Lourdes, his encounter with the miraculous powers of faith and the perception of divine intervention in human life. Through the prism of the characters, the author analyzes the phenomena of miracles, exposes religious fanaticism and the desire for liberation from physical and spiritual diseases. "Lourdes" is a work that became the basis for discussions about faith, religion and the place of miracles in human life. Zola skillfully uses her writing skills to open the reader to new depths of knowledge and understanding of the world around us. "Lourdes" is an exciting journey into the world of faith and doubt, which will leave an unforgettable impression on everyone who decides to visit this literary flame.