Maitre Daniel Rock (1861)

""Maitre Daniel Rock"" is a novel written by Emile Erckmann and published in 1861. The story is set in the small town of Phalsbourg in France, and follows the life of the main character, Daniel Rock, who is a lawyer and a judge. The novel is a social commentary on the legal system of the time, and the corruption that existed within it.Daniel Rock is a man of great integrity and honesty, and he is respected by the people of Phalsbourg for his fairness and impartiality. However, he is also a man of great pride, and his refusal to compromise his principles leads to his downfall. When he is asked to rule in a case involving a wealthy and influential family, he refuses to be swayed by their power and money, and instead rules in favor of the poor and the oppressed. This decision leads to his removal from his position as a judge, and he is forced to leave Phalsbourg.The novel explores themes of justice, corruption, and the struggle between the powerful and the powerless. It is a powerful indictment of the legal system of the time, and a call to action for those who seek to make a difference in the world. Overall, ""Maitre Daniel Rock"" is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that is still relevant today.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.