“Nana” is a novel by Émile Zola, the French writer, publicist, and political figure. The book is part of the “Rougon-Macquart” series. The novel “Nana” was published as a separate edition in February 1880 and sold out instantly. Only on the first day, fifty-five thousand copies were sold. The book sparked a storm of public outrage. Zola was accused of insulting public morals, and threats were made to take him to court. Opinions were divided. Gustave Flaubert sent the writer a letter with an enthusiastic appraisal of the novel: “Nana becomes a myth while remaining a living woman… The character is wonderfully true to life. Nana’s death is worthy of Michelangelo. An excellent book, my friend!”