A Gentleman-at-Arms: Being Passages in the Life of Sir Christopher Rudd, Knight: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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A Gentleman-at-Arms: Being Passages in the Life of Sir Christopher Rudd, Knight is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Strang, Herbert.
Catalogue synopsis
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"A Gentleman-at-Arms: Being Passages in the Life of Sir Christopher Rudd, Knight" by Herbert Strang is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative follows Sir Christopher Rudd, an English gentleman who recounts his adventures across various countries including the danger-laden Spanish Main and his encounters with Spanish soldiers and pirates. This book promises an engaging exploration of adventure, adventure, and the noble virtues of a heroic protagonist in a historical context. At the start of the story, we learn about the troubled past of the Rudd family, which has declined from nobility to a more humble existence. The opening introduces us to Christopher Rudd as a boy filled with aspirations of adventure, leading him to sneak aboard a ship bound for the Spanish Main. However, his journey takes a dramatic turn when he is captured by Spaniards and faces the harsh realities of servitude under a cruel master. The narrative captures Rudd's spirit and resilience as he seeks a way to escape and avenge his hardship, foreshadowing a series of adventures that will shape his character and future endeavors.
Book and edition facts
- Title: A Gentleman-at-Arms: Being Passages in the Life of Sir Christopher Rudd, Knight
- Author credits: Strang, Herbert
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Adventure stories
- Great Britain -- History -- Elizabeth, 1558-1603 -- Juvenile fiction
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- Category: Adventure
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Historical Novels
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