The Prussian Terror (1916)

The Prussian Terror is a historical novel written by the renowned French author, Alexandre Dumas. It was first published in 1916 and is set during the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-71. The story revolves around the life of a Frenchman named Maurice Lindey, who is sent to Berlin as a spy by the French government. His mission is to gather intelligence about the Prussian army and their plans for the war.However, things take a dramatic turn when Maurice is captured by the Prussian authorities and is subjected to brutal torture and interrogation. He is accused of being a spy and is sentenced to death. But with the help of a Prussian officer's daughter, he manages to escape and returns to France.The novel is a gripping tale of espionage, betrayal, and survival during a time of war. Dumas's vivid descriptions of the atrocities committed by the Prussian army and the suffering of the French people add a sense of realism and urgency to the story. The Prussian Terror is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction, espionage, and the Franco-Prussian War.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.