Nana , brought up in the slums of Paris has a brief career as an untalented actress before tasting success as a courtesan. Her sexuality appeals to many rich and powerful men whose fortunes she heartily plunders.Emile Zola (1840-1902) born to a French mother and an Italian father. Zola earned fame and wealth as a novelist and critic. His works were humorous and sensual at the same time and brought him fame coupled with notoriety.