The Eagle's Talon (1913)

The Eagle's Talon is a novel written by French author Georges Ohnet and published in 1913. The story is set in the late 19th century and revolves around the life of a wealthy businessman named Count de Commarin. The Count is a ruthless and ambitious man who will stop at nothing to achieve his goals, including betraying those closest to him.The plot follows the Count's relationship with his daughter, Valentine, who he views as a pawn in his quest for power and wealth. Valentine, however, is determined to break free from her father's control and live her own life.As the story unfolds, the Count's past comes back to haunt him, and he is forced to confront the consequences of his actions. He must also deal with the unexpected arrival of a mysterious woman who threatens to expose his secrets.The Eagle's Talon is a tale of greed, betrayal, and redemption that explores the complexities of human relationships and the consequences of our actions. Ohnet's writing is engaging and suspenseful, and his characters are well-developed and complex. The novel is a classic of French literature and a must-read for fans of historical fiction and drama.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.