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Title: Agincourt: A Romance
The Works of G. P. R. James, Volume XX

Note: Reading ease score: 69.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by
Google Books (Harvard University)

Summary: "Agincourt: A Romance" by G. P. R. James is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story unfolds during a tumultuous time, focusing on characters entwined in themes of chivalry, love, and conflict, set against the dramatic backdrop of England's past. The narrative introduces Richard of Woodville, a young squire, and Hal of Hadnock, a mysterious traveler, as they embark on a journey filled with intrigue and adventure. At the start of the book, the reader is introduced to a dark and mysterious night ride, where Richard of Woodville encounters a stranger, Hal of Hadnock, while traveling through a remote area. Their conversation reveals a light-hearted camaraderie, punctuated by deeper musings on love and life's challenges. As they ride together, they explore themes of friendship, personal aspirations, and the burdens of unrequited love. However, the tone shifts dramatically with the shocking discovery that Catherine Beauchamp—a member of Richard's family—has met a tragic fate, underscoring the darker undercurrents of the narrative and setting the stage for further developments in the plot. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: James, G. P. R. (George Payne Rainsford), 1801?-1860

EBook No.: 39519

Published: Apr 23, 2012

Downloads: 93

Language: English

Subject: Agincourt, Battle of, Agincourt, France, 1415 -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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Title: Agincourt: A Romance
The Works of G. P. R. James, Volume XX

Note: Reading ease score: 69.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by
Google Books (Harvard University)

Summary: "Agincourt: A Romance" by G. P. R. James is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story unfolds during a tumultuous time, focusing on characters entwined in themes of chivalry, love, and conflict, set against the dramatic backdrop of England's past. The narrative introduces Richard of Woodville, a young squire, and Hal of Hadnock, a mysterious traveler, as they embark on a journey filled with intrigue and adventure. At the start of the book, the reader is introduced to a dark and mysterious night ride, where Richard of Woodville encounters a stranger, Hal of Hadnock, while traveling through a remote area. Their conversation reveals a light-hearted camaraderie, punctuated by deeper musings on love and life's challenges. As they ride together, they explore themes of friendship, personal aspirations, and the burdens of unrequited love. However, the tone shifts dramatically with the shocking discovery that Catherine Beauchamp—a member of Richard's family—has met a tragic fate, underscoring the darker undercurrents of the narrative and setting the stage for further developments in the plot. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: James, G. P. R. (George Payne Rainsford), 1801?-1860

EBook No.: 39519

Published: Apr 23, 2012

Downloads: 93

Language: English

Subject: Agincourt, Battle of, Agincourt, France, 1415 -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.