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_aSabatini, Rafael, _d1875-1950 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe Snare |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2001 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2001-06-01 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by An Anonymous Project Gutenberg Volunteer, and David Widger | ||
| 520 | _a"The Snare" by Rafael Sabatini is a historical novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story begins in an atmospheric setting where Lieutenant Butler, a flawed but honourable officer in the British army, becomes embroiled in a disastrous incident at the convent at Tavora in Portugal during the Peninsular War. The narrative explores themes of misunderstanding, military life, and the complexities of duty and honour, particularly through Butler's experiences and the ensuing consequences of his actions. At the start of the book, Lieutenant Butler is introduced during a foraging expedition, where his carefree and reckless nature is evident, leading to his critical decision to indulge in wine at the home of a hospitable steward instead of fulfilling his military obligations. This indulgence results in a drunken escapade that tempts him into a foolish raid on a convent, fueled by his misguided beliefs about the monks' hoarded wine. However, the raid inadvertently sparks a violent reaction from the local populace, leading to chaos and severe repercussions that threaten both Butler’s life and the reputation of the British forces in Portugal. As the opening unfolds, both the character dynamics and unfolding conflicts hint at the broader political landscape of the war, setting the stage for deeper explorations of loyalty, betrayal, and the human condition amidst warfare. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aAdventure stories | ||
| 653 | _aPeninsular War, 1807-1814 -- Fiction | ||
| 653 | _aBritish -- Portugal -- Fiction | ||
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