"The Belly of Paris" is a novel-portrait of the famous French writer Emile Zola. The author reveals to the reader the secrets of the big city through the prism of the life of the main character, Florent Lecot. Shades of realism, social criticism and a skillful description of the atmosphere of Paris will be felt by every reader, delving into the maelstrom of urban labyrinths. Zola skillfully talks about the problems of society and reflects the social aspects of life in the French metropolis. "The Belly of Paris" is a literary journey into the depths of the city and the human soul, which will leave an unforgettable mark in the heart of every connoisseur of classical literature.