He [Eugne Rougon] believed exclusively in himself; where another saw reasons, Rougon possessed convictions; he subordinated everything to the incessant aggrandisement of his own ego. Despite being utterly devoid of real self-indulgence, he nevertheless indulged in secret orgies of supreme power.
Emile ZolaAbout author
- Author's profession: Novelist
- Nationality: french
- Born: April 2, 1840
- Died: September 29, 1902