The Inundation is a novel written by Emile Zola, a French writer, and is part of his Rougon-Macquart series. The story is set in the late 19th century in the town of Plassans, which is situated in the south of France. The novel revolves around the catastrophic flooding of the river Viorne, which causes widespread destruction and chaos in the town. The protagonist of the story is Serge Mouret, a young priest who is deeply religious and has a strong faith in God.As the floodwaters rise, the people of Plassans are forced to flee their homes and seek refuge in higher ground. Serge, however, refuses to leave the church and stays behind to pray for the safety of his parishioners. As the floodwaters continue to rise, Serge begins to experience a series of religious visions and hallucinations, which he believes to be messages from God.The novel explores themes such as faith, religion, and the power of nature. Zola's vivid descriptions of the flooding and its aftermath offer a powerful commentary on the destructive nature of natural disasters and their impact on human lives. The Inundation is a compelling read that offers a unique perspective on the human experience in the face of adversity.THIS 30 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Omnibus of Adventure Volume One, by Emile Zola. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 141914586X.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.