02152cam a22002893u 45000010005000000030007000050050017000120060002000290070005000310080041000360400011000770410017000880500007001051000032001122450037001442640051001813000047002323360026002793370026003053380036003315000031003675080044003985201276004425340045017186530057017638560042018206206UtSlPG20260610133149.0mcr n260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aPS1 aParker, Gilbert,d1862-193214aThe Trail of the Sword, Volume 1 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2004  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2004-08-01  aThis eBook was produced by David Widger  a"The Trail of the Sword, Volume 1" by Gilbert Parker is a historical novel written during the late 19th century, specifically in the 1890s, which captures the historical struggles between the French and English in North America. Set against the backdrop of the early colonial period, the book delves into themes of adventure, conflict, and romance, centered around characters embroiled in the complexities of interpersonal relationships amidst national rivalries.  The story primarily follows Pierre le Moyne de Iberville, a young French envoy from Canada, as he navigates the political tension in New York while delivering his father's message to the English governor. Alongside Iberville is Jessica Leveret, the governor's ward, whose charm captivates both Iberville and George Gering, a young Englishman, leading to a love triangle. As the narrative unfolds, Iberville must contend with external threats, including a nefarious pirate, Edward Bucklaw, who seeks to kidnap Jessica amidst the brewing conflict. Through daring escapades, romance, and the backdrop of colony politics, the tale encapsulates the bravery and passions of its characters while exploring the larger implications of colonialism and national identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aCanada -- History -- To 1763 (New France) -- Fiction40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/6206