""An Historical Mystery"" is a novel written by Honore De Balzac, a French author, and published in 1837. The book is set in the 16th century and revolves around the mysterious disappearance of a Spanish nobleman, Don Juan de Hervas. The story is narrated by a young Frenchman, Raphael de Valentin, who becomes obsessed with solving the mystery of Don Juan's disappearance.As Raphael delves deeper into the mystery, he uncovers a web of political intrigue, secret societies, and forbidden love. He discovers that Don Juan had been involved in a plot to overthrow the Spanish Inquisition, which had led to his disappearance. Raphael's investigation takes him across Spain and France, where he encounters a cast of characters, including a beautiful and enigmatic woman, a cunning priest, and a powerful cardinal.The book is a blend of historical fiction, mystery, and romance, and offers a vivid portrayal of 16th-century Europe. Balzac's writing style is characterized by his attention to detail, his use of symbolism, and his exploration of the human psyche. ""An Historical Mystery"" is considered one of Balzac's most accomplished works and a masterpiece of French literature.Also known as the Gondreville Mystery. By Honore de Balzac.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.