The Battle of the Strong: A Romance of Two Kingdoms — Volume 2 by Gilbert Parker

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Author Parker, Gilbert, 1862-1932
Title The Battle of the Strong: A Romance of Two Kingdoms — Volume 2
Note Reading ease score: 80.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The Battle of the Strong: A Romance of Two Kingdoms — Volume 2" by Gilbert Parker is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds in a historical setting, involving themes of romance, duty, and the complexities of love against the backdrop of political tensions, specifically between England and France. The narrative follows the lives of key characters like Philip d'Avranche, the ambitious first lieutenant of the ship Narcissus, and Guida, a young woman caught in the emotional turmoil of her feelings and societal expectations. The opening of the novel introduces Philip d'Avranche aboard the Narcissus, under his melancholic thoughts as they navigate the treacherous waters near the Ecrehos. Philip's sense of monotony is disrupted when he encounters Guida, a girl from his past, which rekindles emotions he had long suppressed. Their meeting sparks a stirring dialogue that explores themes of adventure, the constraints of duty, and the tender complexities of youthful affection. As their connection deepens, it is clear that both characters harbor feelings of destiny and transformation, setting the stage for a dramatic exploration of love and ambition in a world fraught with conflict and longing. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Anglo-French War, 1793-1802 -- Fiction
Subject Channel Islands -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 6231
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Most Recently Updated Dec 29, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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