The Fencing Master, by Arturo Perez-Reverte At the height of World

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The Fencing Master, by Arturo Perez-Reverte At the height of WorldIt is 1868; Spain teeters on the brink of revolution. Jaime Astarloa is a master fencer of the old school, priding himself on the precision, dignity, and honor of his ancient art. His friends spend their days in cafes discussing plots at court, but Jaimes obsession is to perfect the irresistible sword thrust. Then Adela de Otero, violet eyed and enigmatic, appears at his door. When Jaime takes her on as a pupil he finds himself embroiled in dark