The Romance Of Gilbert Holmes: An Historical Novel
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ISBN10: 1432644459
ISBN13: 9781432644451
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 1 2007
Pages: 428
Weight: 1.38
Height: 0.95 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781432644451
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 1 2007
Pages: 428
Weight: 1.38
Height: 0.95 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Romance of Gilbert Holmes is a historical novel written by Marshall Monroe Kirkman. The book is set in the late 18th century and follows the life of Gilbert Holmes, a young man who is born into a wealthy family in Virginia. However, he is not content with his privileged life and longs for adventure and excitement. Gilbert decides to join the Continental Army during the American Revolution and becomes a soldier. He quickly rises through the ranks and becomes a trusted member of George Washington's inner circle. Along the way, Gilbert falls in love with a beautiful woman named Elizabeth, but their love is challenged by the turmoil of war and the social expectations of their time.The book is filled with historical detail and accurately portrays the events and conditions of the American Revolution. It also explores themes of love, loyalty, and the struggle for independence. The story is told through Gilbert's perspective, giving readers a personal and intimate look at the life of a soldier during this pivotal time in American history.Overall, The Romance of Gilbert Holmes is a compelling historical novel that offers a unique perspective on the American Revolution and the people who fought for independence. It is a must-read for anyone interested in history, romance, or adventure.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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