"Paris. Trilogy" - the first book in the "Three Cities" series, written by the outstanding French writer Emile Zola. In this novel, the author depicts the life of Paris in the 19th century through the prism of different social classes and historical events of that time. Priding herself on her flair for realism, Zola describes the lives of Parisian workers, bourgeoisie and nobility, showing their motivations, problems and relationships. This book is a fascinating journey into the past, which will help the reader to better understand the development of society and human character.