Playing with Fire: A Story of the Soudan War by James Grant
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About this eBook
| Author | Grant, James, 1822-1887 |
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| Title | Playing with Fire: A Story of the Soudan War |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Al Haines |
| Summary | "Playing with Fire: A Story of the Soudan War" by James Grant is a historical fiction novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative likely blends themes of military action and romantic tension, set against the backdrop of the Soudan War. The story mainly revolves around Captain Roland Lindsay and his cousin, Hester Maule, highlighting their complicated relationship amid the turmoil of war and familial bonds. At the start of the tale, Roland Lindsay returns home to the tranquil setting of Merlwood after serving in Egypt, where he reflects on his past and his relationship with Hester, who harbors romantic feelings for him. Their interactions reveal a complex mix of affection and reticence, compounded by childhood memories. Hester's emotions are contrasted with the arrival of Annot Drummond, a captivating cousin who quickly becomes the object of Roland's admiration, sparking jealousy and heartache for Hester. As Roland and Annot grow closer, Hester struggles with feelings of loss and betrayal while trying to navigate her own love for him, setting the stage for an emotionally charged narrative filled with themes of love, duty, and the impact of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Sudan -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 65773 |
| Release Date | Jul 5, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 79 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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