| Author |
Seawell, Molly Elliot, 1860-1916 |
| Illustrator |
Edwards, H. C. (Harry C.), 1868-1922 |
| Title |
The lively adventures of Gavin Hamilton
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| Original Publication |
United States: Harper and Brothers Publishers,1899,pubdate 1900.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 77.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
D A Alexander, Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, for a scan of the publisher's cover and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by University of California libraries)
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| Summary |
"The Lively Adventures of Gavin Hamilton" by Molly Elliot Seawell is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set during the tumultuous backdrop of the Seven Years' War, specifically focusing on the experiences of young Gavin Hamilton, a soldier navigating the complexities of his lineage and the brutal realities of conflict. Through his vivid encounters with various characters, including his fellow soldier Captain St. Arnaud and the notable King Frederick of Prussia, the novel explores themes of loyalty, honor, and the pursuit of identity. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Gavin Hamilton during a bitterly cold autumn in 1757, as he finds himself separated from his regiment amid the chaos of war. He encounters Captain St. Arnaud, who has also lost his regiment. Together, they endure the harsh winter conditions while sharing personal stories, revealing Gavin's turbulent relationship with his estranged father. The narrative quickly shifts from their immediate survival to their camaraderie and aspirations for greater honor, culminating in their daring escape from captivity at the fortress of Glatz. This opening establishes a mix of adventure, personal conflict, and historical intrigue that promises to engage readers in Gavin's lively journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Historical fiction
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| Subject |
Adventure stories
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| Subject |
Friendship -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Inheritance and succession -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Soldiers -- Juvenile fiction
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Kings and rulers -- Juvenile fiction
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Parent and child -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Loyalty -- Juvenile fiction
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Seven Years' War, 1756-1763 -- Juvenile fiction
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Husband and wife -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Smallpox -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
68630 |
| Release Date |
Jul 28, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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