"The Search for Wealth" is a novel by the French writer Emile Zola, which is part of the Rougon-McCarthy cycle. At first glance, it seems that the main characters are only helping each other to become richer, but amid all the luxury and loss, the true power of friendship and devotion is revealed. Zola skilfully reveals human fears, dreams, and relationships, helping the reader to understand that true value lies not in possessions, but in human feelings and interactions. "The Search for Wealth" is an exciting journey into the world of ambition, quarrels, love and most importantly - the search for the meaning of life.