Ultima Ratio by Hilaire Belloc
The novel revolves around a young man who becomes embroiled in a plot to assassinate the King of England. The protagonist's involvement stems from his relationship with a woman who is connected to the conspirators. As the story unfolds, the protagonist must navigate the complexities of loyalty and duty while facing the consequences of his actions.
By Hilaire Belloc · First published 1910 · Genre: Essay, Historical Commentary, Philosophical · 1,994 words
First lines
I came out of the sea the other day into a little English harbour and landed there. After I had put away everything on board and left my boat in charge of the old man who looks after her in the tidal lock, I stood waiting outside the railway station till my train should come and take me home. And there it was that I saw a German gun.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Hilaire Belloc
- Date: 1910 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Essay, Historical Commentary, Philosophical, Travel Writing, Cultural Criticism
- Length: 1,994 words
- Structure: 1 section, 21 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Essay — The work is a reflective and analytical piece, focusing on observations and thoughts about historical and cultural themes.
- Historical Commentary — The narrative discusses historical events and figures, particularly related to war and its artifacts.
- Philosophical — The text delves into philosophical musings on war, culture, and human nature.
- Travel Writing — The narrative begins with a personal journey and includes descriptions of places and experiences.
Tags
Philosophical Fiction · Satirical Novel · Catholic Literature · 19th Century Literature · English Language Literature · Social Commentary · Critique of Modernity · Moral Allegory · Fable · Symbolic Storytelling · Existential Themes · Absurdism