Corruptrice (1889)

Corruptrice is a novel written by Emile Goudeau and published in 1889. The story follows the life of a young woman named Marie who becomes a corrupter, or a woman who seduces and manipulates men for money. Marie's life takes a dark turn as she becomes entangled in a web of deceit, betrayal, and murder. The novel explores themes of power, lust, and greed, as well as the consequences of living a life driven by these vices. Goudeau's writing is known for its vivid descriptions and exploration of the darker side of human nature. Corruptrice has been praised for its complex characters and its portrayal of the seedy underbelly of Parisian society in the late 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.