Eiger Sanction (novel)

"The Eiger Sanction" is a novel by Trevanian that follows a retired American art history professor and former assassin, Dr. Jonathan Hemlock, who is recruited for a covert international mission. To regain his reputation, he must undertake a deadly mountain climb on the challenging Eiger mountain in the Swiss Alps, which also involves secret espionage operations. The story blends suspense, action, and psychological depth, exploring themes of identity, morality, and sacrifice as Hemlock balances his scholarly persona with his lethal past.