The House of the Wolf: A Romance: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The House of the Wolf: A Romance is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Weyman, Stanley John (1855–1928).
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"The House of the Wolf: A Romance" by Stanley John Weyman is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set in France during the turbulent times of 1572, amidst the conflict between Catholics and Huguenots. Following the lives of young Anne de Caylus and his brothers, the book revolves around themes of love, betrayal, and the dangers posed by their nefarious neighbor, Raoul de Bezers, known as the Vidame. The narrative begins with Anne's cousin Catherine announcing her engagement to M. de Pavannes, setting off a series of events that leads to conflicts and peril as their world is overshadowed by the realities of political and social unrest. At the start of the book, we are introduced to the idyllic summer afternoon in which the young protagonists are lounging when Catherine reveals her impending marriage. However, the atmosphere shifts dramatically with the arrival of the Vidame, whose threatening demeanor instills fear and foreshadows conflict. As the boys grapple with their admiration for Catherine and their concern for her safety, the narrative quickly escalates to violence when they intervene on behalf of a courier who is attacked by a mob. This encounter leads to the unfortunate realization that they have made a formidable enemy in the Vidame. The tension builds throughout the opening, setting the stage for the unfolding drama that promises adventure, danger, and a quest for justice.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The House of the Wolf: A Romance
- Author credits: Weyman, Stanley John (1855–1928)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Saint Bartholomew's Day, Massacre of, France, 1572 -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: French Literature
- Category: Historical Novels
- Category: Romance
- Historical Fiction
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