Erscheint: Oktober 2026
Buch (Softcover): Belletristik
Mlle de Scuderi
Verlag:
Alpha Editions Unsere-Artikel-Nr.: P36345104
EAN: 9789376558612
Erscheint: Oktober 2026
Versand: Kostenlos
CHF 33.75
Beschreibung
A chill creeps through the candlelit salons and shadowed alleys of old Paris, where the glittering world of the French court masks a city gripped by fear. A series of audacious crimes has unsettled even the most powerful, and whispers of danger drift from the gilded chambers of Versailles to the winding streets below. In this enthralling historical mystery novel, the elegance of seventeenth-century Paris collides with the dark undercurrents of crime, suspicion, and intrigue. At the heart of this literary crime story stands a figure whose wit and moral clarity cut through the fog of suspicion. Navigating a society where trust is scarce and appearances deceive, she finds herself drawn into a tangled web of secrets, courtly ambition, and perilous loyalties. The narrative deftly conjures the atmosphere of a city where every shadow might conceal a threat, and where the boundaries between justice and vengeance blur. The suspense is heightened by the richly detailed setting, immersing readers in the sights and sounds of a Paris both dazzling and treacherous. This work endures as a touchstone of French crime fiction, blending the psychological depth of French romanticism with the suspense of a Parisian detective story. It captures the essence of European historical fiction, offering a window into a world shaped by power, passion, and the relentless pursuit of truth. The interplay of court intrigue, moral dilemmas, and the pulse of old Paris ensures a reading experience that is as thought-provoking as it is atmospheric. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure. For general readers, classic-library buyers, and collectors alike, this reissue invites you to step into a world where the stakes are high, the mysteries are profound, and the legacy of French literary classic endures.
Spezifikationen
Sprache
- Englisch
Autor
- E T A Hoffman
Erscheinungsjahr
- 2026
Format
- Buch (Softcover)
Anzahl Seiten
- 56