| Author |
Stephens, Robert Neilson, 1867-1906 |
| LoC No. |
08034327
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| Title |
The Continental Dragoon
A Love Story of Philipse Manor-House in 1778
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 71.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by David Edwards, Katherine Ward, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from digital material generously made available by Internet Archive (http://www.archive.org)
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| Summary |
"The Continental Dragoon" by Robert Neilson Stephens is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. Set during the American Revolutionary War, specifically in the year 1778, the story revolves around Elizabeth Philipse, a young woman navigating the dangers of war as she embarks on a journey to the family manor house. Joined by Major John Colden and her young black servant Cuff, the characters must confront the perils that come with their quest for safety and familiarity in a war-torn landscape. The opening of the novel introduces the main characters as they travel northward along the Albany post-road in an autumn setting filled with tension and uncertainty. Elizabeth, defying her family's wishes, is determined to reach the manor, showcasing her strong will and independence. Major Colden, displaying a moody discontent, shadows her out of a mix of duty and affection, highlighting the dynamics of their relationship. As they ride, historical context is woven into the narrative, painting a vivid picture of the precarious situation in New York and the surrounding areas, where dangers from British forces and loyalist raiders loom. The initial chapter sets the stage for both the character-driven narrative and the broader themes of love, loyalty, and survival amidst the backdrop of an evolving nation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
New York (State) -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
30589 |
| Release Date |
Dec 3, 2009 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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