John Enderby by Gilbert Parker

Name: John Enderby
Author: Gilbert Parker

The novel John Enderby by Gilbert Parker tells the story of a young man who leaves his home in England to seek adventure and fortune in Canada during the late 1800s. Along the way, he encounters various challenges and obstacles that test his character and resolve. The book explores themes such as ambition, loyalty, and perseverance, and ultimately celebrates the triumph of the human spirit over adversity.

By Gilbert Parker · First published 1894 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Romance · 3 chapters · 13,517 words

First lines

Of all the good men that Lincolnshire gave to England to make her proud, strong and handsome, none was stronger, prouder and more handsome than John Enderby, whom King Charles made a knight against his will.

"Your gracious Majesty," said John Enderby, when the King was come to Boston town on the business of draining the Holland fen and other matters more important and more secret, "the honour your Majesty would confer is well beyond a poor man like myself, for all Lincolnshire knows that I am driven to many shifts to keep myself above water. Times have been hard these many years, and, craving your Majesty's pardon, our taxes have been heavy."

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Work type: Novel
Author: Gilbert Parker
Date: 1894 CE
Language: English
Genres: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Romance, Drama, Literary Fiction
Length: 13,517 words
Structure: 3 chapters, 300 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Genres

Historical Fiction — The narrative is set in a specific historical period, incorporating real historical events and figures into the storyline.
Adventure — The plot involves exciting and risky undertakings, often with a focus on exploration and discovery.
Romance — The story includes romantic relationships as a significant element, influencing character motivations and plot developments.
Drama — The book explores complex characters and emotional themes, often involving personal conflicts and moral dilemmas.