The Seats of the Mighty, Volume 5

Name: The Seats of the Mighty, Volume 5
Author: Gilbert Parker

The Seats of the Mighty, Volume 5 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 · 6 chapters · 26,168 words

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I awoke with the dawn, and, dressing, looked out of the window, seeing the brindled light spread over the battered roofs and ruins of the Lower Town. A bell was calling to prayers in the Jesuit College not far away, and bugle-calls told of the stirring garrison. Soldiers and stragglers passed down the street near by, and a few starved peasants crept about the cathedral with downcast eyes, eager for crumbs that a well-fed soldier might cast aside. Yet I knew that in the Intendant's Palace and among the officers of the army there was abundance, with revelry and dissipation.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Gilbert Parker
Date: 1896 CE
Language: English
Genres: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Romance, Drama
Length: 26,168 words
Structure: 6 chapters, 376 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Genres

Historical Fiction — The narrative is set in a historical context, focusing on events and characters from the past.
Adventure — The plot involves exciting and risky undertakings, often with a focus on exploration and action.
Romance — There are elements of romantic relationships and emotional connections between characters.
Drama — The story contains intense character development and emotional themes.