Publisher's Synopsis
The White Wolf of the Hartz Mountains is a thrilling adventure novel written by Captain Frederick Marryat. The story is set in Germany in the early 19th century and follows the journey of a young Englishman named Charles who travels to the Hartz Mountains in search of adventure. Charles is a skilled hunter and hopes to find rare game in the wilderness.However, his plans take a dangerous turn when he encounters a mysterious white wolf that terrorizes the locals. Charles becomes obsessed with hunting the wolf and sets out on a perilous journey through the treacherous mountain terrain. Along the way, he faces many challenges and dangers, including hostile villagers, harsh weather conditions, and treacherous cliffs.As Charles pursues the white wolf, he learns about the legend of a cursed nobleman who was transformed into a wolf by a witch. The legend becomes intertwined with Charles' quest, and he must confront his own fears and beliefs as he navigates the dangerous landscape.The novel is a thrilling adventure story that combines elements of horror, mystery, and romance. Marryat's vivid descriptions of the mountain landscape and the characters' struggles bring the story to life, making it a classic of adventure literature. The White Wolf of the Hartz Mountains is a must-read for anyone who loves tales of adventure, danger, and the supernatural.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.
