Bernard Treves's Boots: A Novel of the Secret Service by Laurence Clarke
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"Bernard Treves's Boots: A Novel of the Secret Service" by Laurence Clarke is a fictional work written in the early 20th century. This novel centers around John Manton, a young man who finds himself ensnared in a case of mistaken identity involving a man named Bernard Treves. The story delves into themes of deception, duty, and the complexity of personal history within the backdrop of military service and espionage. The opening of
the novel introduces us to Manton, who, while attempting to enlist in the army, is mistaken for Treves by Captain Gilbert. As they interact, Manton insists he is not Treves, despite Captain Gilbert’s strong belief otherwise, setting up the tension of the plot. Manton reveals he is on a quest to repay a debt stemming from his previous service, hinting at his honorable intentions and troubled past. The narrative hints at a greater conspiracy as the plot unfolds involving spies and wartime intrigue, suggesting not only a thrilling adventure but also an exploration of morality and identity as Manton navigates a world where he must assume another's identity to survive and resolve the complications stemming from this misunderstanding. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Creator | Clarke, Laurence (Laurence Ayscough), 1873-1942 |
|---|---|
| Title | Bernard Treves's Boots: A Novel of the Secret Service |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 82.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | England -- Fiction |
| Subject | Impostors and imposture -- Fiction |
| Subject | Spy stories |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 42459 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-42459-0 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 529 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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