Captain Burle

Captain Burle is a novel written by Emile Zola, a French author, and published in 1882. The story is set in a small town in France, where Captain Burle, a wealthy and respected man, lives with his wife and daughter. However, Captain Burle is not as honorable as he appears to be, as he is having an affair with a young woman named Louise, who works at his estate. The plot thickens when Louise becomes pregnant and Captain Burle is forced to choose between his family and his lover. Meanwhile, the town's people are gossiping about the scandalous affair, and Captain Burle's reputation is at stake. The novel explores themes of morality, social status, and the consequences of one's actions. Zola's writing style is known for its realism and attention to detail, and Captain Burle is no exception. The characters are complex and well-developed, and the setting is vividly described. Overall, Captain Burle is a compelling read that delves into the complexities of human relationships and the consequences of one's actions. It is a must-read for fans of Zola's work and those interested in 19th-century French literature.What! Burle, Colonel Burle's son, condemned for theft! That cannot be! I would sooner burn down the town. Now, thunder and lightning, don't worry; it is far more annoying for me than for you.""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.