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Title: Arthur Blane; or, The Hundred Cuirassiers
Original Publication: United Kingdom: J. & C. Brown & Co.,1858.
Note: Reading ease score: 72.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Al Haines
Summary: "Arthur Blane; or, The Hundred Cuirassiers" by James Grant is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The tale revolves around the adventures of a young Scottish gentleman named Arthur Blane who finds himself in the tumultuous environment of 17th century France, particularly in Paris. The narrative explores themes of honor, love, and the intrigue of court life, as Arthur seeks military service and attempts to navigate both personal and political challenges in a foreign land. The opening of the novel introduces Arthur Blane as he navigates the dark and twisted streets of Paris after arriving from Scotland, which he left under dire circumstances due to his family's downfall. Lost and confronted by challenges, including an encounter with two aggressive gallants, Arthur's bravery shines when he protects a masked woman, sparking a series of events that lead him into a deeper involvement with the French court. He soon meets Clara d'Ische, the Countess d'Amboise, who becomes crucial to his ambitions, as she recognizes his potential in the Scottish Guard, leading to an intricate web of romance and political intrigue in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Grant, James, 1822-1887
EBook No.: 67681
Published: Mar 22, 2022
Downloads: 93
Language: English
Subject: France -- History -- Louis XIII, 1610-1643 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
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Title: Arthur Blane; or, The Hundred Cuirassiers
Original Publication: United Kingdom: J. & C. Brown & Co.,1858.
Note: Reading ease score: 72.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Al Haines
Summary: "Arthur Blane; or, The Hundred Cuirassiers" by James Grant is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The tale revolves around the adventures of a young Scottish gentleman named Arthur Blane who finds himself in the tumultuous environment of 17th century France, particularly in Paris. The narrative explores themes of honor, love, and the intrigue of court life, as Arthur seeks military service and attempts to navigate both personal and political challenges in a foreign land. The opening of the novel introduces Arthur Blane as he navigates the dark and twisted streets of Paris after arriving from Scotland, which he left under dire circumstances due to his family's downfall. Lost and confronted by challenges, including an encounter with two aggressive gallants, Arthur's bravery shines when he protects a masked woman, sparking a series of events that lead him into a deeper involvement with the French court. He soon meets Clara d'Ische, the Countess d'Amboise, who becomes crucial to his ambitions, as she recognizes his potential in the Scottish Guard, leading to an intricate web of romance and political intrigue in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Grant, James, 1822-1887
EBook No.: 67681
Published: Mar 22, 2022
Downloads: 93
Language: English
Subject: France -- History -- Louis XIII, 1610-1643 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.