The Story of Francis Cludde
The Story of Francis Cludde follows a protagonist who, after being attacked and wounded, must quickly escape with the help of allies while grappling with the urgency of finding a missing companion and evading their pursuers. As they navigate through dark corridors and prepare for flight, the tension of betrayal and the fight for survival intensifies.
By Stanley J. Weyman · First published 1894 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Romance · 25 chapters · 134,370 words
First lines
On the boundary line between the two counties of Warwick and Worcester there is a road very famous in those parts, and called the Ridgeway. Father Carey used to say -- and no better Latinist could be found for a score of miles round in the times of which I write -- that it was made by the Romans. It runs north and south along the narrow spine of the country, which is spread out on either side like a map, or a picture. As you fare southward you see on your right hand the green orchards and pastures of Worcestershire stretching as far as the Malvern Hills. You have in front of you Bredon Hill, which is a wonderful hill, for if a man goes down the Avon by boat it goes with him -- now before, and now behind -- a whole day's journey -- and then stands in the same place. And on the left hand you have the great Forest of Arden, and not much besides, except oak trees, which grow well in Warwickshire.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Stanley J. Weyman
- Date: 1894 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Romance, Drama, Literary Fiction
- Length: 134,370 words
- Structure: 25 chapters, 1,984 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The novel is set in a historical context and explores themes relevant to its time period.
- Adventure — The plot involves elements of adventure and exploration, typical of Weyman's storytelling.
- Romance — Romantic relationships are central to the character development and plot progression.
- Drama — The narrative includes dramatic elements that explore personal and social conflicts.
Tags
historical fiction · adventure · romance · mystery · 19th century · England · narrative · character development · betrayal · loyalty · social class · family drama
Contents
- "he, Sire Ane, he!"
- In the Bishop's Room
- "down with Purveyors!"
- Two Sisters of Mercy
- Mistress Bertram
- Master Clarence
- On Board the "Framlingham."
- A House of Peace
- Playing with Fire
- The Face in the Porch
- A Foul Blow
- Anne's Petition
- A Willful Man's Way
- At Bay in the Gatehouse
- Before the Court
- In the Duke's Name
- A Letter that had Many Escapes
- The Witch's Warning
- Ferdinand Cludde
- The Coming Queen
- My Father
- Sir Anthony's Purpose
- The Last Mass
- Awaiting the Blow
- In Harbor at Last