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Hardcover. The Poniard's Hilt (originally titled Le Poignard) is a historical adventure novel by Eugene Sue, set during the 16th century. It follows the turbulent period of the French Wars of Religion, exploring the political and religious tensions of the time. The story is filled with intrigue, duels, and betrayals, centered around the use of a poniard (dagger) as a symbol of both violence and power. Sue's masterful storytelling and deep historical knowledge immerse readers in this chaotic and dangerous era of French history, making it a gripping tale of loyalty, revenge, and survival.Joseph Marie Eugene Sue (1804-1857) was a French novelist. His period of greatest success and popularity coincided with that of Alexandre Dumas, pere, with whom he has been compared. Joseph Marie Eugne Sue (1804-1857) was a French novelist. His period of greatest success and popularity coincided with that of Alexandre Dumas, pre, with whom he has been compared. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - The Poniard's Hilt (originally titled Le Poignard) is a historical adventure novel by Eugène Sue, set during the 16th century. It follows the turbulent period of the French Wars of Religion, exploring the political and religious tensions of the time. The story is filled with intrigue, duels, and betrayals, centered around the use of a poniard (dagger) as a symbol of both violence and power. Sue's masterful storytelling and deep historical knowledge immerse readers in this chaotic and dangerous era of French history, making it a gripping tale of loyalty, revenge, and survival.Joseph Marie Eugène Sue (1804-1857) was a French novelist. His period of greatest success and popularity coincided with that of Alexandre Dumas, père, with whom he has been compared.

nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - The Poniard's Hilt is a novel written by Eugene Sue and published in 1908. The story is set in ancient Gaul and revolves around two main characters, Karadeucq and Ronan. Karadeucq is a warrior and leader of a group of rebels known as the Bagauders, who are fighting against the Roman occupation of Gaul. Ronan is a member of the Vagres, a band of outlaws who roam the countryside, stealing and causing trouble.The novel follows the two men as they navigate the dangerous political landscape of Gaul, dealing with Roman soldiers, rival tribes, and their own personal demons. Along the way, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including a beautiful slave girl, a wise old druid, and a treacherous Roman senator.As the story unfolds, Karadeucq and Ronan find themselves drawn together by a common cause, despite their initial mistrust of each other. Together, they lead their respective groups in a daring raid on a Roman stronghold, hoping to strike a blow against their oppressors.The Poniard's Hilt is a thrilling adventure story that explores themes of loyalty, honor, and freedom. It is a timeless tale of two men who must put aside their differences and work together to achieve a greater goal. Sue's vivid descriptions of ancient Gaul and its people bring the story to life, making it a must-read for fans of historical fiction and adventure.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.