The Cornet of Horse: A Tale of Marlborough's Wars by G. A. Henty
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"The Cornet of Horse: A Tale of Marlborough's Wars" by G. A. Henty is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. Set during the War of the Spanish Succession, it follows young Rupert Holliday, a spirited lad with strong ties to his royalist heritage, as he navigates personal challenges and the turmoil of the era, including his initial fencing lessons and blossoming friendships. The opening of the novel introduces Rupert
as he engages in lessons with his fencing master, Monsieur Dessin, and his grandfather, Colonel Holliday, in their home near Derby. Through these initial interactions, the reader gains insight into Rupert’s character and his passion for swordsmanship, as well as the tensions arising from the divided political sentiments of the time. The groundwork for Rupert's adventures is laid early on, hinting at the growth he will undergo as he confronts not only the trials of young adulthood but also the complexities of loyalty and honour amid the backdrop of war, setting the stage for his eventual enlistment in the army. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Henty, G. A. (George Alfred), 1832-1902 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Cornet of Horse: A Tale of Marlborough's Wars |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Martin Robb |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 74.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Historical fiction |
| Subject | Marlborough, John Churchill, Duke of, 1650-1722 -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Spanish Succession, War of, 1701-1714 -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 17403 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-17403-7 |
| Release Date | Dec 27, 2005 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 631 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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