| Author |
Quiller-Couch, Arthur, 1863-1944 |
| Title |
The Splendid Spur
Being Memoirs of the Adventures of Mr. John Marvel, a Servant of His Late Majesty King Charles I, in the Years 1642-3
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 86.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Karl Hagen, Juliet Sutherland, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"The Splendid Spur" by Arthur Quiller-Couch is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. Set during the English Civil War, the story follows the adventures of Mr. John Marvel, a servant of King Charles I. Through John’s eyes, readers are introduced to themes of loyalty, bravery, and the chaos of war, as he navigates the intrigues and dangers of his time. At the start of the novel, we meet John Marvel, a scholar at Trinity College in Oxford, who fortuitously witnesses a tense encounter involving a mysterious old man and a young nobleman at a tavern. As John becomes embroiled in the tumultuous events surrounding them—characterized by brawls, murder, and daring escapes—he finds himself drawn into a life of adventure far removed from the academic pursuits of his studies. The opening hints at a blend of humor and drama, positioning John as a central figure who must rely on his wits and courage while traversing a world marked by peril and intrigue. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Great Britain -- History -- Charles I, 1625-1649 -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
6437 |
| Release Date |
Sep 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Mar 24, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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