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_aWeyman, Stanley John, _d1855-1928 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe Wild Geese |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2009 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2009-06-11 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Colin Bell, Brownfox and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net | ||
| 520 | _a"The Wild Geese" by Stanley John Weyman is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative unfolds in early 18th-century Ireland during the reign of George I, weaving a tale filled with themes of duty, honor, and the complexities of Irish identity amidst political turmoil. The main character appears to be Colonel John Sullivan, a man of principled beliefs and a complex past, who finds himself in a deeply troubled Ireland, navigating the delicate dynamics of loyalty and responsibility. The opening of "The Wild Geese" introduces readers to the setting aboard the sloop "Cormorant," where Colonel John Sullivan shares a conversation with Captain Augustin about duty and moral integrity in a lawless land. As they sail toward Kerry, they are ensnared in the region's political and social chaos, encountering indigenous Irish figures who embody the struggle between the Jacobite cause and their oppression under English rule. Throughout this initial chapter, we see Sullivan's character come to life—his gentle yet unwavering stance on violence and morality creates a stark contrast with the chaos around him. The fabric of the story is further enriched by the interactions among the crew and Sullivan’s enigmatic servant, revealing complex relationships shaped by loyalty and heritage. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aIreland -- Fiction | ||
| 653 | _aAdventure stories | ||
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