Soldiers of Fortune

Soldiers of Fortune follows a group of adventurers as they navigate the treacherous waters of political intrigue and personal relationships in a South American country, delving into themes of ambition, loyalty, and identity. The story explores how their aspirations and connections are tested amidst a backdrop of rising tensions and uncertainty.

By Richard Harding Davis · First published 1897 · Genre: Adventure, War Fiction, Historical Fiction · 15 chapters · 92,765 words

First lines

"It is so good of you to come early," said Mrs. Porter, as Alice Langham entered the drawing-room. "I want to ask a favor of you. I'm sure you won't mind. I would ask one of the debutantes, except that they're always so cross if one puts them next to men they don't know and who can't help them, and so I thought I'd just ask you, you're so good-natured. You don't mind, do you?"

"I mind being called good-natured," said Miss Langham, smiling. "Mind what, Mrs. Porter? " she asked.

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Soldiers of Fortune is listed on Textopian as a novel by Richard Harding Davis, dated 1897 CE.

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• Work type: Novel
• Author: Richard Harding Davis
• Date: 1897 CE
• Language: English
• Genres: Adventure, War Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance, Drama
• Length: 92,765 words
• Structure: 15 chapters, 1,314 paragraphs
• Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Discussion starters

• What should a reader notice first when entering Soldiers of Fortune?
• How does this novel by Richard Harding Davis fit its genre, period, or classroom use?
• Where does Adventure first become important in the reading?

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Genres

• Adventure — The plot revolves around daring exploits and the pursuit of fortune, characteristic of adventure narratives.
• War Fiction — The story includes themes of conflict and military life, focusing on soldiers and their experiences.
• Historical Fiction — The setting and events are rooted in historical contexts, reflecting real-world conflicts and societal issues.
• Romance — Elements of romantic relationships are woven into the narrative, influencing character motivations and plot development.

Tags

Adventure · War · Novel · Historical Fiction · American Literature · 19th Century · Imperialism · Colonialism · Military Fiction · Action · Thriller · Espionage

Contents

• CHAPTER I
• CHAPTER II
• CHAPTER III
• CHAPTER IV
• CHAPTER V
• CHAPTER VI
• CHAPTER VII
• CHAPTER VIII
• CHAPTER IX
• CHAPTER X
• CHAPTER XI
• CHAPTER XII
• CHAPTER XIII
• CHAPTER XIV
• CHAPTER XV

More by Richard Harding Davis

• The Bar Sinister (1903)
• The Amateur (1916)
• The Make-Believe Man (1916)
• The Boy Scout (1914)
• The Princess Aline (1902)
• Episodes in Van Bibber's Life (1894)
• The Scarlet Car (1910)
• The Reporter who Made himself King (1901)
• All works by Richard Harding Davis