In the Irish Brigade: A Tale of War in Flanders and Spain by G. A. Henty

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Author Henty, G. A. (George Alfred), 1832-1902
Illustrator Sheldon, Charles Mills, 1866-1928
Title In the Irish Brigade: A Tale of War in Flanders and Spain
Credits Produced by Martin Robb
Summary "In the Irish Brigade: A Tale of War in Flanders and Spain" by G. A. Henty is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Desmond Kennedy, a young Irishman who joins O'Brien's regiment in the Irish Brigade serving under the French during the early 18th century. The narrative explores themes of loyalty, heritage, and the struggles of Irish Catholics during a time of political turmoil. The opening of the tale introduces us to Desmond Kennedy as he meets his new comrades after being commissioned into the Irish Brigade in France. The colonel explains Desmond's family background, which is steeped in loyalty to the Stuart cause, and he realizes that, despite his father's absence, many connections still trace back to his heritage. As he acclimates to his new life, Desmond engages in discussions of political and military matters with his fellow officers, reflecting on the complex relationships between Ireland, England, and France. The sense of discontent among exiled Irishmen, alongside lively exchanges about past battles, sets the stage for Kennedy's adventures as he navigates loyalty to his king and regiment while contending with the weight of history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Adventure stories
Subject Kidnapping -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Diligence -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Soldiers -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Kings and rulers -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Courage -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Treason -- Juvenile fiction
Subject War -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Spanish Succession, War of, 1701-1714 -- Juvenile fiction
Subject France. Armée. Irish Brigade -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Spain -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Flanders (France) -- Juvenile fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 18349
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Nov 16, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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