The Seats of the Mighty, Volume 3: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Seats of the Mighty, Volume 3 is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Parker, Gilbert (1862–1932).
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"The Seats of the Mighty, Volume 3" by Gilbert Parker is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative follows Captain Robert Moray, an officer in the Virginia Regiment, as he navigates the turbulent political and social landscape of New France during a time of conflict and intrigue. The story encapsulates themes of loyalty, power struggles, and human emotion, engaging readers with Moray's challenges and relationships with other characters, especially those like Doltaire and Alixe, who significantly influence his fate. The opening of the novel presents a gripping scenario where Captain Moray, imprisoned in a cell, contemplates his dire situation amid growing tensions within the ruling powers of New France. As he struggles with isolation and the uncertainty of the actions among his fellow captives and political adversaries, we witness his interactions with Voban, a barber who brings news from the outside world about Alixe and the intrigues surrounding prominent figures in the colony. The dynamic between Moray, Doltaire, and the local elite, along with the dangers posed to Alixe, set the stage for unfolding drama, suggesting that Moray’s attempts to find a path to freedom will inevitably entwine with these looming threats and intrigues as the story progresses.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Seats of the Mighty, Volume 3
- Author credits: Parker, Gilbert (1862–1932)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Canada -- History -- To 1763 (New France) -- Fiction
- United States -- History -- French and Indian War, 1754-1763 -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Bestsellers, American, 1895-1923
- Category: Historical Novels
- Category: Novels
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