“Abbé Mouret's Transgression" (French title: "La Faute de l'Abbé Mouret") is a novel written by Émile Zola. It is part of Zola's famous Rougon-Macquart series, a sequence of twenty novels that explore the impact of heredity and environment on a fictional French family during the Second Empire (18521870)."Abbé Mouret's Transgression" was published in 1875. The novel follows the story of Serge Mouret, a Catholic priest, who experiences a crisis of faith and succumbs to forbidden desires. The narrative explores themes of religious repression, sexuality, and the consequences of breaking societal norms.Émile Zola, a leading figure in the literary movement of naturalism, used his novels to depict the harsh realities of French society during his time.If you're interested in French literature of the 19th century and enjoy novels that delve into the complexities of human nature and societal expectations, "Abbé Mouret's Transgression" by Émile Zola could be a compelling read. You can check online book retailers or libraries for its availability in translation.