The Black Wolf's Breed: A Story Of France In The Old World And The New, Happening In The Reign Of Louis XIV (1899)

By Harris Dickson

Book Overview

The Black Wolf's Breed is a historical fiction novel by Harris Dickson, first published in 1899. The story is set in France during the reign of Louis XIV and follows the life of a man named Hector Ratichon, who is also known as the Black Wolf. Ratichon is a skilled swordsman and a notorious criminal, feared by many in France. The novel explores his life and adventures, including his time in the French army, his travels to the New World, and his involvement in various political intrigues. Along the way, Ratichon encounters a cast of colorful characters, including a beautiful young woman named Marie de la Vire, who becomes his love interest. The Black Wolf's Breed is a thrilling tale of adventure, romance, and political intrigue, set against the backdrop of 17th-century France.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164184377
• ISBN13: 9781164184379
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 326 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"