Publisher's Synopsis
The House of the Falcon is a novel written by Harold Lamb in 1921. The story takes place in the early 16th century in the Ottoman Empire and follows the life of a young man named Ali Husein. Ali is the son of a nobleman who is killed in battle, and he is forced to flee his home and seek refuge in the city of Istanbul. In Istanbul, Ali is taken in by a wealthy merchant named Yusuf Bey and becomes his protege. As he grows older, Ali becomes involved in the political intrigue of the Ottoman court and becomes a trusted advisor to the sultan. He also falls in love with a beautiful woman named Ayisha, who is the daughter of a powerful nobleman. The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal as Ali navigates the dangerous world of Ottoman politics. He must make difficult choices and sacrifices in order to protect those he loves and maintain his position at court. Along the way, he encounters a cast of colorful characters, including rival nobles, cunning spies, and powerful sorcerers. Overall, The House of the Falcon is a thrilling historical novel that immerses readers in the sights, sounds, and politics of the Ottoman Empire. It is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction or Middle Eastern history.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.
