| Author |
Bindloss, Harold, 1866-1945 |
| Title |
Brandon of the Engineers
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 80.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Roger Frank and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Canada Team (http://www.pgdpcanada.net)
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| Summary |
"Brandon of the Engineers" by Harold Bindloss is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows Lieutenant Richard Brandon, a young and promising officer in the British Army's Royal Engineers, as he navigates the challenges of military life, engineering duties, and personal relationships during a time of war. The narrative delves into themes of ambition, responsibility, and the pursuit of honor, making it particularly appealing to readers interested in historical fiction with a focus on character development. The opening of the novel introduces Richard Brandon at a crucial moment in his engineering career as he oversees the construction of a pontoon bridge. Confident in his abilities, he draws on his engineering knowledge to make critical adjustments to the bridge's design, showcasing his innovative spirit. However, as the story unfolds, Dick's life takes a dramatic turn when he faces the consequences of a seemingly innocent mistake involving lost plans, thrusting him into a world of suspicion and disgrace. This sets the stage for a rich exploration of his struggles to reclaim his identity and navigate the complexities of his relationships, particularly with Clare Kenwardine, a young woman whose home life contrasts sharply with his own military background. The narrative promises a blend of action, personal conflict, and a quest for redemption as Brandon's journey unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Military education -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Military engineers -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Great Britain. Army -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
25923 |
| Release Date |
Jun 28, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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