description: It 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 honour of his ancient art; his friends spend their days in cafes discussing plots at court, but Jaime's obsession is to perfect the irresistible sword thrust.
language: English
title: The Fencing Master
titlecomplete: The Fencing Master
genres: Fiction, Historical, Adventure, Mystery, Thriller, Spanish Literature, Literature, Novels, Historical Fiction, Spain
ratings_count: 10714
places: Madrid
awards: awardedAt: 946713600000
name: Audie Award
category: Solo Narration - Male
publisher: Vintage