With Marlborough to Malplaquet: a story of the reign of Queen Anne: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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With Marlborough to Malplaquet: a story of the reign of Queen Anne is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Strang, Herbert; Stead, Richard (1846–1911).
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"With Marlborough to Malplaquet: A Story of the Reign of Queen Anne" by Herbert Strang and Richard Stead is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The book revolves around the experiences and adventures of young George Fairburn during a tumultuous period in England's history marked by the War of the Spanish Succession and the struggles of his family against rival colliery owners amid political tensions. At the start of the story, we meet George Fairburn, a fourteen-year-old boy, as he travels by coach to find relatives in Darlington. The narrative introduces his character, showcasing his independence, pride, and a developing rivalry with a wealthy peer, Matthew Blackett. As George navigates his journey through the cold winter, we also glimpse the socio-political landscape of early 18th-century England, particularly the class distinctions and their implications, which set the backdrop for George's future adventures. The opening chapters establish the foundation of George's character and the conflicts that will likely shape his development throughout the book.
Book and edition facts
- Title: With Marlborough to Malplaquet: a story of the reign of Queen Anne
- Author credits: Strang, Herbert; Stead, Richard (1846–1911)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Great Britain -- History -- Anne, 1702-1714 -- Juvenile fiction
- Malplaquet, Battle of, Malplaquet, France, 1709 -- Juvenile fiction
- Marlborough, John Churchill, Duke of, 1650-1722 -- Juvenile fiction
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- Category: Adventure
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Historical Novels
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