Chambers, Robert W. (Robert William) 1865-1933 creator text utu 2008 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Lorraine: A Romance" by Robert W. Chambers is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of the tense prelude to the Franco-Prussian War, the story revolves around the themes of love, bravery, and looming conflict. The main characters include Jack Marche, a young American, and Lorraine de Nesville, a spirited girl with strong ties to her home and country—a château soon to be threatened by the war. The opening of the novel introduces Jack Marche venturing into the picturesque Lorraine forests, where he encounters a mysterious man making maps—an event that stirs Lorraine's concern about impending war. The narrative quickly establishes Lorraine's fierce determination to protect her homeland and her father, a balloon maker, from the threats of espionage. As tensions rise, both characters reveal their aspirations and fears about the dark clouds of war gathering overhead, highlighting Lorraine's strong intuition and passionate spirit. Their initial encounter ignites a spark of romance that intertwines with the broader narrative of national identity and conflict, setting the stage for the unfolding drama in this evocative tale. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2008-01-06 Produced by Roberta Staehlin, Suzanne Shell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Franco-Prussian War, 1870-1871 -- Fiction PS Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24181 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24181 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133544.0 24181