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The Redlakes
Hardcover
General FictionHistorical FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025350141
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 628
Weight: 2.31
Height: 1.31 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Redlakes is a sweeping epic that chronicles the life of Jim Redlake, a young man coming of age amidst the shifting social and political landscapes of the early twentieth century. Spanning continents and decades, Francis Brett Young's novel moves from the tranquil hunting grounds of the English Shires to the rugged frontiers of the Boer War and the harrowing East African campaign of World War I.
Through the eyes of its protagonist, the narrative explores the enduring ties of family, the deep-rooted connection to the English soil, and the profound personal transformations wrought by global conflict. Jim's journey is one of resilience and discovery as he navigates the complexities of inheritance, love, and duty. Rich in descriptive detail and historical insight, The Redlakes stands as a masterful example of the twentieth-century English saga, capturing the spirit of an era marked by both pastoral beauty and the upheaval of modern warfare. Readers will find in these pages a poignant reflection on character and the indomitable nature of the human spirit in times of great change.
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