
The Seats of the Mighty, Volume 4 by Gilbert Parker is a historical novel set in Canada during the French and Indian War. It follows the story of Captain Robert Moray, who is sent to Quebec City on a secret mission for the British government. Along the way, he encounters various obstacles and challenges, including battles with Native American tribes and conflicts with French soldiers. The book explores themes of loyalty, honor, and sacrifice in times of war.
By Gilbert Parker · First published 1896 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Romance · 5 chapters · 29,376 words
The Governor visited me. His attitude was marked by nothing so much as a supercilious courtesy, a manner which said, You must see I am not to be trifled with; and though I have you here in my chateau, it is that I may make a fine scorching of you in the end. He would make of me an example to amaze and instruct the nations -- when I was robust enough to die.
I might easily have flattered myself on being an object of interest to the eyes of nations. I almost pitied him; for he appeared so lost in self-admiration and the importance of his office that he would never see disaster when it came.
The Seats of the Mighty, Volume 4 is listed on Textopian as a novel by Gilbert Parker, dated 1896 CE.
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historical fiction · Canada · colonialism · adventure · romance · conflict · politics · betrayal · courage · identity · exploration · society