Only an Ensign: A Tale of the Retreat from Cabul, Volume 1 (of 3) by James Grant
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| Author | Grant, James, 1822-1887 |
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| Title | Only an Ensign: A Tale of the Retreat from Cabul, Volume 1 (of 3) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Al Haines |
| Summary | "Only an Ensign: A Tale of the Retreat from Cabul, Volume 1" by James Grant is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of the tumultuous events leading to the Retreat from Cabul in the First Anglo-Afghan War, the story introduces a cast of characters, particularly focusing on Richard Trevelyan, a handsome and athletic man caught between familial duty and personal desire. The narrative offers a glimpse into the complexities of aristocratic life, touching on themes of love, loyalty, and the rigid hierarchy of British society during this historical period. The beginning of the book dives into the dynamics within the Trevelyan family, particularly the tension between uncle Lord Lamorna and his nephew Richard. Lord Lamorna is concerned about Richard's reluctance to marry, while Richard is grappling with deeper personal issues, including his secret marriage to Constance Devereaux, a woman of lower social standing. As Richard navigates his relationship with his uncle, who holds sway over his inheritance, the story sets the stage for conflicts arising from societal expectations and individual choices. Meanwhile, hints of potential political and military turmoil build suspense, as the reader is introduced to the looming crisis of the Retreat from Cabul, suggesting that Richard's personal struggles are intertwined with broader historical events. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Afghan Wars -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 64252 |
| Release Date | Jan 10, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 88 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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