Roy : A tale in the days of Sir John Moore by Agnes Giberne
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Author | Giberne, Agnes, 1845-1939 |
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Illustrator | Wood, Lawson, 1878-1957 |
Title | Roy : A tale in the days of Sir John Moore |
Original Publication | United Kingdom: C. Arthur Pearson, Limited, 1901. |
Note | Reading ease score: 82.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
Summary | "Roy: A Tale in the Days of Sir John Moore" by Agnes Giberne is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. Set during the early 1800s, the book centers around the character of Roy Baron, a young boy whose life is intertwined with significant historical events surrounding the threats of invasion by Napoleon's forces. The narrative promises to explore themes of bravery, family dynamics, and the challenges faced during wartime. At the start of the story, readers are introduced to a heated discussion regarding the upcoming trip to Paris, as Colonel Baron expresses his intention to take his son Roy along despite the looming threat of war with France. The opening chapters set the stage for the tumultuous environment of the time, highlighting the fears surrounding Napoleon's ambitions and the reality of being British subjects in France. As the plot unfolds, it becomes clear that Roy's journey will lead him into unforeseen challenges, including illness and potential conflicts as war breaks out. This rich historical backdrop promises an engaging tale that intertwines personal adventures with the larger narrative of a nation at the brink of conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
Language | English |
LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
Subject | Historical fiction |
Subject | Peninsular War, 1807-1814 -- Fiction |
Subject | Moore, John, Sir 1761-1809 -- Fiction |
Subject | Napoleonic Wars, 1800-1815 -- Prisoners and prisons, French -- Fiction |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 71323 |
Release Date | Aug 2, 2023 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads | 102 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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