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Title: The Exploits of Brigadier Gerard

Note: Reading ease score: 85.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Garrett Alley, and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team.

Summary: "The Exploits of Brigadier Gerard" by Arthur Conan Doyle is a collection of historical fiction stories written during the late 19th century. The book chronicles the adventures of Lieutenant Etienne Gerard, a dashing and somewhat flamboyant officer in Napoleon's army, showcasing his exploits on the battlefield and in encounters reflecting the spirit and chaos of war. At the start of the book, the narrative introduces Brigadier Gerard as an esteemed figure and a repository of tales from the Napoleonic era. He recounts his military experiences, specifically his mission to transport remounts during the harsh winter of 1807. The opening chapter sets the stage for several encounters, including his engagement with Sub-Lieutenant Duroc who seeks revenge against an antagonist from his family’s past. This initial tale dives into themes of honor, valor, and the camaraderie of soldiers, all while touching on the personal quests that intertwine with larger historical events, leading to adventures filled with danger and intrigue. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Doyle, Arthur Conan, 1859-1930

EBook No.: 11247

Published: Feb 1, 2004

Downloads: 230

Language: English

Subject: War stories, English

Subject: Napoleonic Wars, 1800-1815 -- Fiction

Subject: Adventure stories, English

Subject: France -- History, Military -- 19th century -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: The Exploits of Brigadier Gerard

Note: Reading ease score: 85.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Garrett Alley, and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team.

Summary: "The Exploits of Brigadier Gerard" by Arthur Conan Doyle is a collection of historical fiction stories written during the late 19th century. The book chronicles the adventures of Lieutenant Etienne Gerard, a dashing and somewhat flamboyant officer in Napoleon's army, showcasing his exploits on the battlefield and in encounters reflecting the spirit and chaos of war. At the start of the book, the narrative introduces Brigadier Gerard as an esteemed figure and a repository of tales from the Napoleonic era. He recounts his military experiences, specifically his mission to transport remounts during the harsh winter of 1807. The opening chapter sets the stage for several encounters, including his engagement with Sub-Lieutenant Duroc who seeks revenge against an antagonist from his family’s past. This initial tale dives into themes of honor, valor, and the camaraderie of soldiers, all while touching on the personal quests that intertwine with larger historical events, leading to adventures filled with danger and intrigue. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Doyle, Arthur Conan, 1859-1930

EBook No.: 11247

Published: Feb 1, 2004

Downloads: 230

Language: English

Subject: War stories, English

Subject: Napoleonic Wars, 1800-1815 -- Fiction

Subject: Adventure stories, English

Subject: France -- History, Military -- 19th century -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.