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Title: No Quarter!
Note: Reading ease score: 70.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary: "No Quarter!" by Captain Mayne Reid is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of the English Civil War, the story explores themes of loyalty, power struggles, and the concept of kingship through interactions among characters such as King Charles I and his wife Henrietta, alongside other historical figures. It delves into the complex relationships and conflicts between various factions of the time, with a focus on royal prerogative versus the emerging responsibilities of Parliament. At the start of the novel, the prologue captures a moment in history marked by political tension, where Queen Henrietta urges King Charles to dismiss Parliament to reclaim absolute power, showcasing her ambitious nature. Key dialogues unfold between the couple, revealing the queen's disdain for Parliament and her extreme views on governance. Following this, the story introduces a duel between two horsemen representing differing political ideologies—one a republican and the other a cavaliers—leading to themes of honor, rivalry, and camaraderie as they navigate their political beliefs. The opening sets the stage for a tumultuous period in history, filled with intrigue and the clash of ideals. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Reid, Mayne, 1818-1883
EBook No.: 35670
Published: Mar 24, 2011
Downloads: 45
Language: English
Subject: Great Britain -- History -- Charles I, 1625-1649 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: No Quarter!
Note: Reading ease score: 70.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary: "No Quarter!" by Captain Mayne Reid is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of the English Civil War, the story explores themes of loyalty, power struggles, and the concept of kingship through interactions among characters such as King Charles I and his wife Henrietta, alongside other historical figures. It delves into the complex relationships and conflicts between various factions of the time, with a focus on royal prerogative versus the emerging responsibilities of Parliament. At the start of the novel, the prologue captures a moment in history marked by political tension, where Queen Henrietta urges King Charles to dismiss Parliament to reclaim absolute power, showcasing her ambitious nature. Key dialogues unfold between the couple, revealing the queen's disdain for Parliament and her extreme views on governance. Following this, the story introduces a duel between two horsemen representing differing political ideologies—one a republican and the other a cavaliers—leading to themes of honor, rivalry, and camaraderie as they navigate their political beliefs. The opening sets the stage for a tumultuous period in history, filled with intrigue and the clash of ideals. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Reid, Mayne, 1818-1883
EBook No.: 35670
Published: Mar 24, 2011
Downloads: 45
Language: English
Subject: Great Britain -- History -- Charles I, 1625-1649 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.