The Forest of Swords: A Story of Paris and the Marne by Joseph A. Altsheler

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Author Altsheler, Joseph A. (Joseph Alexander), 1862-1919
Title The Forest of Swords: A Story of Paris and the Marne
Note Sequel to The Guns of Europe, #33481; followed by The Hosts of the Air, #15285.
Credits Produced by Kentuckiana Digital Library, David Garcia, Jon King and
the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net.
Summary "The Forest of Swords: A Story of Paris and the Marne" by Joseph A. Altsheler is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. Set against the backdrop of World War I, the story follows the experiences of characters John Scott and Philip Lannes as they navigate the turmoil of war in and around Paris. The narrative explores themes of bravery, nationalism, and the complex emotions that accompany the struggle against an overwhelming enemy. At the start of the book, John Scott and Philip Lannes walk through Paris and reflect on the dire situation as German forces advance toward the city. Their conversation reveals their deep fears and hopes for France as they observe the evacuation occurring around them. The tension builds as they discuss the importance of their country and the influence of historical figures like Napoleon. John befriends a spirited young man, Pierre Louis Bougainville, who expresses a desire to fight for France. As the narrative unfolds, the two men find themselves caught in the chaos of war, facing threats both from the enemy below and within their own ranks, setting the stage for an intense and gripping tale of courage and perseverance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject World War, 1914-1918 -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 15760
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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