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050		4	_aPS
100	1		_aDavis, Richard Harding, _d1864-1916
245	1	0	_aPeace Manoeuvres
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2006
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2006-05-12
508			_aProduced by Don Lainson; David Widger
520			_a"Peace Manoeuvres" by Richard Harding Davis is a fictional novella set in the early 20th century, during a playful depiction of war among local militias. The book chronicles the humorous and romantic escapades of a young soldier, Private Lathrop, who is torn between his duty as a scout and his affection for Beatrice Farrar, a woman he seeks to impress. This light-hearted narrative revolves around themes of love, duty, and the absurdity of war, blending military adventure with romantic comedy. The story unfolds as Private Lathrop finds himself in a predicament while scouting for enemy forces in the fictional context of a war game. Rather than focusing solely on his military obligations, Lathrop's thoughts are consumed by his desire for Beatrice, prompting a series of comical encounters and misunderstandings. When he is captured by two hapless enemy soldiers posing as invaders, Lathrop cleverly turns the tables, showcasing his resourcefulness. Amidst the antics of amateur soldiers and the ensuing chaos, the narrative culminates in a mixture of humor and tension that tests Lathrop's character, ultimately leading to a heartfelt resolution between him and Beatrice as they confront dangers together. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aFiction
653			_aShort stories
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1824
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