Accommodation Quote by Émile Zola
““At the street corner, a one-storey house built of freestone, but repulsively decrepit and filthy, seemed to command the entrance, like a gaol. And here, indeed, lived La Méchain, like a vigilant proprietess, ever on the watch, exploiting in person her little population of starving tenants.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: "Thérèse Raquin", 1867
A dilapidated house dominates the street, housing a watchful, exploitative landlord.
In simple terms: A grim building houses a controlling landlady.
Key Takeaway
Beware of oppressive environments.
Themes
poverty
exploitation
urban decay
Mood
dark
critical
Type
literary
social
When to use this quote
- housing
- urban planning
- social reform
Key Concepts
social injustice
power dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How does setting reflect social oppression?
- What can be done to empower tenants?
A Different Perspective
May be a literary exaggeration.
