02178cam a22003013u 4500 17794 UtSlPG 20260610133420.0 m cr n 260607r2006||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fr iso639-1 PQ Level, Maurice, 1875-1926 L'épouvante Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2006 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2006-02-19 Produced by Ebooks Libres et Gratuits; this text is also available in multiple formats at www.ebooksgratuits.com "L'ÉPOUVANTE" by Maurice Level is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers around Onésime Coche, a reporter who grapples with a sudden plunge into the dark side of crime after unwittingly becoming entangled in a murder. The story promises a blend of suspense and psychological exploration as Coche navigates his evolving role from an innocent bystander to an active participant in the criminal world. The opening of the book introduces us to Onésime Coche, who, after a dinner with a friend, is walking home through a dimly lit Parisian neighborhood. While reflecting on his life and career, he becomes an unexpected witness to a crime—a violent incident involving three shadowy figures and a bleeding man. Shocked yet intrigued, Coche’s instincts as a reporter kick in, leading him to contemplate the implications of what he has seen. As he enters the murder scene, he is presented with the opportunity to manipulate the narrative, stirring a blend of curiosity and horror as he considers the power dynamics of crime, guilt, and the pursuit of glory in the press. This sets the stage for a thrilling exploration of morality and ambition as the plot unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified French fiction -- 20th century https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/17794 59180 59180