Captain Burle

By Émile Zola

Book Overview

Captain Burle is a novel written by French author Emile Zola. The book tells the story of Captain Burle, a wealthy and respected man in his community who is haunted by a dark secret from his past. Burle is a former soldier who has returned to his hometown to live a life of leisure and luxury. He is married to a beautiful and devoted wife, but he is also involved in a secret affair with a young woman named Louise. As the story unfolds, Burle's past begins to catch up with him. He is forced to confront the consequences of his actions and the damage he has caused to the people around him. Meanwhile, Louise becomes increasingly unstable and jealous, leading to a dramatic climax that threatens to destroy Burle's reputation and his life.Zola's novel is a powerful exploration of the human psyche, delving into themes of guilt, morality, and the consequences of our actions. It is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and redemption, and a vivid portrait of life in 19th century France. Captain Burle is a must-read for fans of classic literature and anyone interested in the complexities of the human condition.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162657073
• ISBN13: 9781162657073
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 34 Pages
• Weight: 0.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"