The story takes place in the Vosges Mountains during the French Revolution. It revolves around a mysterious figure known as the Man-Wolf, who is said to roam the woods and mountains, attacking and killing people. The protagonist, a young man named Thiebault, returns to his hometown after serving in the army and becomes obsessed with finding and destroying the Man-Wolf. As he delves deeper into the mystery, he uncovers dark secrets about his family's past and the true nature of the Man-Wolf.
By Émile Erckmann · First published 1847 · Genre: Gothic Fiction, Horror, Fantasy · 13 chapters