For the Cause by Stanley John Weyman
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"For the Cause" by Stanley John Weyman is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of the tumultuous events in France during the late 16th century, the story revolves around themes of loyalty, political intrigue, and personal sacrifice. The narrative likely follows the protagonist, Felix Portail, as he navigates the treacherous landscape of a Paris divided by the conflicts between the Leaguers and the Huguenots, alongside
a cast of characters that includes his sister and a mysterious soldier. The opening of the novel introduces Paris on a deceptively peaceful November evening in 1589, quickly revealing the underlying chaos as Felix Portail witnesses the aftermath of his father's brutal murder at the hands of a mob. As he grapples with grief, he encounters a stranger who offers cynical yet pragmatic advice, highlighting the dangerous political climate. Felix's deepening conflict is established through his relationships, particularly with his sister Marie, who is consumed by rage and despair over their father's fate. Amidst the shadows of death hanging over the city, the plot sets in motion Felix's quest to honor his father's memory as the characters prepare to confront the lethal blend of personal vendettas and shifting allegiances. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Weyman, Stanley John, 1855-1928 |
|---|---|
| Title | For the Cause |
| Contents | For the cause -- King Pepin and Sweet Clive -- The Deanery ball -- The professor and the harpy -- Archdeacon Holden's tribulation. |
| Credits |
Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by Google Books (The New York Public Library) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Subject | Clergy -- England -- Fiction |
| Subject | Short stories, English |
| Subject | France -- History -- Henry IV, 1589-1610 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 38911 |
| Release Date | Feb 17, 2012 |
| Last Update | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 404 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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