Shoulder to shoulder : A story of the stirring times of old by Gordon Stables

"Shoulder to Shoulder: A Story of the Stirring Times of Old" by Gordon Stables is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. Set largely in the Scottish Highlands, the book centers around retellings of family stories from the era when the Jacobite risings and the Napoleonic wars shaped Britain and Scotland. The likely main characters include the narrator's grandfather, John Robertson, his extended family, and vivid Scottish figures drawn from both history and legend. The novel promises tales of loyalty, bravery, and conflict, rooted in Scottish tradition and family pride, appealing to readers interested in historical fiction and the spirit of the Highlands. The opening of the book introduces a reflective narrator who recounts vivid memories of his beloved grandfather, affectionately called Auld-da, and the stories he shared during their evenings by the fireside. These stories are steeped in Highland mythology, family adventures, and especially the drama of war, focusing on both historical battles and personal episodes. The first chapters establish a strong sense of place and tradition, immersing readers in Scottish folklore, music, and patriotism through tales of Bonnie Prince Charlie and the 1745 rebellion, the conflicted loyalties of the narrator's ancestors, and harrowing stories of heroism, such as Fiona's midnight ride for help. The narrative blends sentiment, humor, and high adventure, setting the stage for a multi-generational saga of family, faith, and national struggle. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Stables, Gordon, 1840-1910
Title Shoulder to shoulder : A story of the stirring times of old
Original Publication London: John F. Shaw and Co., 1896.
Note Reading ease score: 79.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Al Haines
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject War stories
Subject Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Adventure stories
Subject Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Youth -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Grandfathers -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Soldiers -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Courage -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Youth and death -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Loyalty -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Storytelling -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Highlands (Scotland) -- History, Military
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EBook-No. 76046
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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