The Long Night

The Long Night, a historical novel by Stanley John Weyman published in 1903, is set in Geneva during the politically charged year of 1602. The story follows Claude Mercier, a young theology student who arrives in the city with idealistic hopes of learning and freedom, only to become embroiled in a web of conflict and intrigue. The narrative explores themes of honor, power struggles, and the social dynamics of the time, as Mercier navigates the challenges that test his ideals and courage amidst the backdrop of the Reformed religion's influence in Geneva.