"The Sin of Monsieur Pettipon" by Richard Edward Connell is a humorous short story set in post-World War I France. Monsieur Pettipon, a modest and diligent clerk in a small French town, becomes the focus of the tale when he unintentionally misplaces an important government document. Fearing disgrace, he embarks on a journey of deception and lies to cover up his mistake. His innocent nature contrasts with the escalating absurdity of his actions, leading to a series of comical misunderstandings. The story highlights the pitfalls of dishonesty and the humorous consequences of even the smallest transgressions.
The Classic Collection of Richard Edward Connell (13 books). Illustrated : The Most Dangerous Game, The Sin of Monsieur Pettipon, The Cage Man, Terrible Epps, The $25,000 Jaw and others
Richard Edward Connell
book
The Most Dangerous Game
Richard Edward Connell
audiobook
The Classic Collection of Richard Edward Connell : The Most Dangerous Game, The Sin of Monsieur Pettipon, The Cage Man, Terrible Epps and others
Richard Edward Connell
book
Classic collection of Richard Edward Connell. Illustrated : The Most Dangerous Game, The Sin of Monsieur Pettipon, The Cage Man, Terrible Epps, The $25,000 Jaw and others
Richard Edward Connell
book