The Maids of Paradise by Robert W. Chambers

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Author Chambers, Robert W. (Robert William), 1865-1933
Title The Maids of Paradise
Note Reading ease score: 81.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The Maids of Paradise" by Robert W. Chambers is a novel written in the early 20th century. It explores themes of social discontent, political intrigue, and the complexities of human relationships during a time of war, specifically set against the backdrop of the Franco-Prussian War. The narrative begins with the character John Scarlett, an inspector with the Imperial Military Police, who is on a mission to track down John Buckhurst, a figure of interest linked to a colony at La Trappe. The beginning of the novel sets the stage with Scarlett's search for Buckhurst, which leads him to the military barracks in Morsbronn during a tumultuous period marked by confusion and chaotic military movements. As he navigates through the rainy landscape and encounters locals, he receives secret orders to apprehend Buckhurst and the socialists associated with a community centered around the Countess de Vassart, who seeks to escape from the political turmoil of the Empire. The opening chapters intricately lay out the complexities of the characters involved, particularly the idealistic Countess, as they each grapple with their roles in a society on the brink of upheaval. As tensions rise and the specter of war looms, the path Scarlett must tread becomes increasingly fraught with moral ambiguity and personal conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Franco-Prussian War, 1870-1871 -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 28295
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Most Recently Updated Jan 4, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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