Captain MacArtney by Bernard Capes
The novel is a historical fiction account set during World War I. It revolves around Captain Macartney, a British officer who leads a group of soldiers on a mission behind enemy lines. The story explores themes of loyalty, duty, and sacrifice as Captain Macartney navigates the complexities of war. Through his experiences, the protagonist grapples with the moral implications of following orders and the consequences of disobeying them. The novel delves into the psychological effects of war on soldiers, highlighting the tension between personal values and military obligations. The narrative is characterized by a sense of realism, drawing from historical events to create a gritty portrayal of life during wartime.
By Bernard Capes · First published 1892 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Biography, Adventure · 2,402 words
First lines
One dark November afternoon in the year 1712 a horseman, riding westwards from Cobham village, in Surrey, pulled up at the junction of the road with the Kingston and Guildford highway, and dismounted in order that he might read the terms of a proclamation pasted upon the signpost there.
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Captain MacArtney is listed on Textopian as a short story by Bernard Capes, dated 1892 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Bernard Capes
- Date: 1892 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Biography, Adventure, Cultural
- Length: 2,402 words
- Structure: 1 section, 54 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The book title suggests it's about a historical figure, Captain Macartney, and it's part of the 'Historical Vignettes' series, indicating the book dwells in historical fiction.
- Biography — The book is likely a Biography of Captain Macartney, illustrated by the title. The narrative could revolve around the life of this figure, incorporating real-life events.
- Adventure — The use of 'Captain' in the title suggests that some Adventure elements may be present in the novel as Captains are often associated with journeys or maritime events.
- Cultural — As Captain Macartney was associated with British diplomatic missions to China, this could suggest Cultural genre elements focused on East-West interactions and conflicts.
Tags
Historical Fiction · Adventure · Maritime · Romance · Travel · Exploration · Nautical · Voyage · Pirates · Ships · Ocean · Sea