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Pauline Quenu

Independent woman, caregiver

Daughter of Lisa Quenu. An extraordinarily generous, life-affirming young woman who supports the Chanteau family with her inheritance while they take advantage of her. She loves Lazare Chanteau, watches him marry someone else, and raises his child. Her will to live and her clear-eyed acceptance of pain make her one of Zola's most admirable creations.
Sturdy, rosy, full of physical vitality — a young woman who seems to radiate health and goodwill even in the face of everything that diminishes her.

Family & Relationships

Appears In

The Bright Side of Life major

Details

Branch
Macquart
Generation
IV