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D'Arcy Of The Guards: Or The Fortunes Of War

D'Arcy Of The Guards: Or The Fortunes Of War

Shipman, Louis Evan

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ISBN10: 1163535214
ISBN13: 9781163535219
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 246
Weight: 1.17
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
D'Arcy of the Guards: Or The Fortunes of War is a novel written by Louis Evan Shipman. The book is set in the late 19th century and follows the life of Captain D'Arcy, a young officer in the British army. D'Arcy is a member of the Guards, an elite regiment known for their bravery and skill in battle.The story begins with D'Arcy's arrival in India, where he is sent to serve in the army during the Indian Rebellion of 1857. The young officer quickly proves himself to be a skilled soldier and leader, earning the respect and admiration of his fellow soldiers.As the rebellion continues, D'Arcy faces a series of challenges and dangers, including battles with rebel forces, treacherous terrain, and harsh weather conditions. Along the way, he also falls in love with a beautiful young woman named Helen, who becomes his devoted companion throughout his military career.Despite the many obstacles he faces, D'Arcy remains steadfast in his commitment to duty and honor, earning him the nickname The Lion of the Guards. As the war comes to an end, D'Arcy returns to England, where he faces new challenges and adventures.Overall, D'Arcy of the Guards: Or The Fortunes of War is a thrilling and action-packed novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a British soldier during a tumultuous period in history. With its vivid descriptions of battles, landscapes, and characters, the book is sure to captivate readers who enjoy historical fiction and military dramas.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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