Marchand de Poison: Les Batailles de la Vie by Georges Ohnet

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Author Ohnet, Georges, 1848-1918
Title Marchand de Poison: Les Batailles de la Vie
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Summary "Marchand de Poison: Les Batailles de la Vie" by Georges Ohnet is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Vernier, a shrewd and unscrupulous businessman who creates and sells a toxic liqueur called "Prunelet." Alongside his brother-in-law Mareuil, they navigate the treacherous waters of commerce, morality, and personal ambition, leading to the rise of their corrupt enterprise amidst social decay, encapsulating the struggle between profit and ethics. The opening of the novel introduces Vernier's sordid beginnings in the alcoholic beverage industry, detailing his initial foray into wine selling and ultimately his decision to produce a highly toxic concoction targeted at alcoholics. We learn of Vernier's reckless disregard for the health of his customers, seeing monetary gain as paramount. As he begins to find success, Vernier partners with Mareuil to expand their operations, revealing a world rife with social corruption influenced by alcohol dependency. Despite the success of their business, hints of personal tragedy loom as Vernier's wife experiences foreboding about their morally questionable empire, setting the stage for a complex narrative where personal and societal downfall intertwine. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject French fiction -- 20th century
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