The Romance of War; or, The Highlanders in Spain, Volume 3 (of 3) by James Grant
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| Creator | Grant, James, 1822-1887 |
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| Title | The Romance of War; or, The Highlanders in Spain, Volume 3 (of 3) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Summary | "The Romance of War: or, The Highlanders in Spain, Volume 3 (of 3)" by James Grant is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The narrative follows the tumultuous lives of British Highland soldiers during the Peninsular War, focusing specifically on the character of Ronald Stuart, who faces both personal and military challenges as he contends with issues of honor, love, and conflict. The book vividly captures themes of friendship and rivalry amidst the backdrop of war, particularly highlighting the dynamics between Ronald and his rivals as they navigate their troubled relationships. The beginning of the volume sets the stage for a dramatic encounter between Ronald Stuart and Louis Lisle, triggered by a previous insult in a cathedral. Fueled by a sense of honor, Ronald prepares for a duel at dawn, reflecting on the consequences of potential violence against a man he once considered a friend. As tensions rise, the story intertwines martial valor with romantic entanglements, illustrating the complexities of love in wartime. Ronald's internal conflict and the reconciliation of strained friendships pave the way for a significant and harrowing series of events, culminating in the unexpected and tragic revelation of loyalty and betrayal, symbolizing the intertwining fates of both soldiers and lovers amidst the chaos of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Peninsular War, 1807-1814 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Great Britain. Army. Gordon Highlanders -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 54920 |
| Release Date | Jun 15, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 74 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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