Bubu of Montparnasse

Bubu de Montparnasse is a novel by French writer Charles-Louis Philippe. Published in 1901, it depicts the struggles of the poor in Paris, drawing from Philippe's own experiences. The story centers on a young prostitute, her procurer, and an intellectual who attempts to help her. Philippe's work is characterized by its profound pity for social outcasts and its powerful portrayal of poverty. The novel is considered a notable example of his exploration of the Paris poor, alongside other works that focused on rural poverty and childhood experiences.12