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_aFenn, George Manville, _d1831-1909 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aMarcus: the Young Centurion |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2007 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2007-05-08 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Nick Hodson of London, England | ||
| 520 | _a"Marcus: the Young Centurion" by George Manville Fenn is a historical novel set in ancient Rome, likely written in the late 19th century. The story follows an eighteen-year-old boy named Marcus, the son of a disgraced Roman general, who aspires to be a soldier despite his father's wishes for him to focus on scholarly pursuits. Throughout the tale, he is mentored by Serge, an old soldier who instills martial skills and bravery in him, setting the stage for adventures to come. At the start of the book, readers are introduced to Marcus as he navigates life on his family's farm, where he longs for the glory of a soldier's life despite his father's disapproving attitude. The narrative opens with a vivid description of Marcus's idyllic life interrupted by a visit from Julius Caesar, which propels his father into an unexpected journey of war. The opening chapters subsequently delve into Marcus's mischievous encounters with local boys, his desire for adventure, and his training with Serge. This foundation builds a robust character in Marcus, showcasing his fierce spirit and foreshadowing the conflicts and bravery that will define his pursuit of becoming a centurion amidst family dynamics and the historical backdrop of Roman military endeavors. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aCaesar, Julius -- Juvenile fiction | ||
| 653 | _aGaul -- History -- Gallic Wars, 58-51 B.C. -- Juvenile fiction | ||
| 653 | _aRome -- History -- Republic, 265-30 B.C. -- Juvenile fiction | ||
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