The Falcon Of Langeac (1897)

By Isabel Nixon Whiteley

Book Overview

The Falcon of Langeac is a novel written by Isabel Nixon Whiteley and first published in 1897. The story takes place in France during the 16th century and follows the life of a young nobleman named Antoine de la Mothe. Antoine is a skilled falconer and his prized possession is a magnificent falcon named Belle. When Antoine's father dies, he is forced to leave his home and seek refuge with his uncle, who is a powerful nobleman in the court of King Francis I.At court, Antoine becomes enamored with a beautiful lady-in-waiting named Marie, but their love is forbidden due to their different social statuses. Meanwhile, Antoine's uncle becomes embroiled in a plot to overthrow the king and Antoine finds himself caught in the middle of a dangerous political game.Throughout the novel, Antoine's falconry skills are put to the test as he faces numerous challenges and obstacles. He must navigate the treacherous world of court politics, fight for his love, and ultimately prove his loyalty to the king.The Falcon of Langeac is a thrilling historical romance that offers a glimpse into the fascinating world of falconry and court life in 16th century France. It is a captivating tale of love, loyalty, and adventure that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.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: 1167206541
• ISBN13: 9781167206542
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 234 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"