02327cam a22003133u 4500 68135 UtSlPG 20260610134555.0 m cr n 260607r20221918utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 19001032 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Orczy, Emmuska Orczy, Baroness, 1865-1947 Flower o' the lily: A romance of old Cambray Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2022 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2022-05-21 "Flower o' the Lily: A Romance of Old Cambray" by Baroness Emmuska Orczy is a historical novel likely written in the early 20th century. Set against the backdrop of a war-torn Netherlands in the late 16th century, the narrative follows Messire Gilles de Crohin, a gallant knight entangled in a conflict defined by personal valor and national loyalty amidst the chaos of battle. The story hints at themes of love, duty, and the consequences of war, focusing on Gilles' struggles as he grapples with his injuries and the disappearance of his faithful companion, Maître Jehan. The opening of the book introduces readers to Gilles de Crohin after a fierce battle at Gembloux, where he is nearly killed and left wandering the battlefield in search of his companion Jehan. As he regains consciousness, he experiences momentary delirium filled with visions of an angelic figure tending to him, representing kindness and hope amidst despair. Despite his injuries and the grim reality surrounding him, Gilles demonstrates resilience, showcasing both his physical prowess and his emotional vulnerabilities. The prose captures the chaos and camaraderie of a soldier's life, setting the stage for a tale that interweaves romance and adventure against the backdrop of historical conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: United States: Hodder and Stoughton, 1918 Cambrai (France) -- Fiction https://babel.hathitrust.org/cgi/pt?id=wu.89006405005&view=1up&seq=7&skin=2021 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/68135 108955 108955