The Sealed Orders

The Sealed Orders is a novel written by Alfred de Vigny, a prominent French writer of the Romantic period. The story revolves around the character of Colonel Delmare, a soldier who receives sealed orders from his superior, General Bertrand, to carry out a secret mission. Delmare is torn between his duty to follow the orders and his conscience, as he suspects that the mission may be unethical.As he sets out on the mission, Delmare encounters various challenges and obstacles, including betrayal and danger. Along the way, he reflects on his life and his beliefs, questioning the morality of war and the role of the military in society.The Sealed Orders is a thought-provoking novel that explores themes of duty, honor, and morality. It offers a nuanced portrayal of the complexities of military life and the internal struggles that soldiers face when confronted with difficult decisions. With its vivid descriptions and compelling characters, this book is sure to captivate readers who are interested in historical fiction and philosophical literature.THIS 34 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Omnibus of Adventure Volume Two, by Alfred De Vigny. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1419181335.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.