Bøger af Gilbert Parker

Embark on a swashbuckling adventure in 17th-century North America!The Trail of the Sword plunges you into a world of frontier intrigue and clashing empires. Set against the backdrop of French and English struggles for control of the continent, this historical novel spins a thrilling tale of romance, daring, and political machinations.Meet our protagonist, a captivating French adventurer navigating the treacherous web of colonial politics. Follow him as he confronts both allies and rivals, from wily Native American tribes to ruthless English commanders. Experience the pulse-pounding excitement of wilderness skirmishes, the cunning negotiations of fur trade deals, and the intoxicating lure of forbidden love.Beyond the action, The Trail of the Sword offers a nuanced exploration of cultural clashes and colonial ambitions. Author Gilbert Parker delves into the complex relationships between French and English colonists, illuminating their contrasting approaches to exploration, trade, and governance. He breathes life into the vibrant tapestry of 17th-century North America, a land teeming with natural beauty, political power struggles, and the untamed spirit of pioneers.This captivating read is not just a historical adventure, it's a window into a fascinating era of transformation. Whether you're a fan of historical fiction, thrilling escapades, or insightful character studies, The Trail of the Sword promises an unforgettable journey.

Set during the Seven Years' War, this historical fiction novel chronicles the life of Captain Robert Moray, who gains prominence and respect in the British Army despite his supposed loyalty to the French. With political intrigue, romance, and war strategy, The Seats of the Mighty is a tale of honor and loyalty in times of conflict.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Set against the backdrop of Canada's rugged northern wilderness, this collection of short stories explores the lives and struggles of the region's inhabitants. From trappers and miners to indigenous peoples and settlers, these tales capture the spirit of the Canadian north and its unique cultural heritage. With vivid characters and evocative settings, Pierre and His People is a classic work of Canadian fiction.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

The World In The Crucible: An Account Of The Origins And Conduct Of The Great War is a historical book written by Gilbert Parker in 1915. The book provides a detailed account of the causes and events leading up to the outbreak of the First World War, as well as the conduct of the war itself. Parker draws upon his own experiences as a journalist and politician to offer a unique perspective on the conflict. He examines the political and social factors that contributed to the war, including the rise of nationalism and the arms race between the major powers. The book also covers the major battles and campaigns of the war, including the Battle of the Marne and the Gallipoli campaign. Parker provides a comprehensive analysis of the war's impact on the world, including its effects on politics, society, and culture. The World In The Crucible is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the First World War and its impact on the world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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The Trail Of The Sword is a historical fiction novel written by Gilbert Parker. The story is set in the 17th century and follows the life of a French nobleman named Olivier Delagarde. Olivier is exiled from France after being falsely accused of treason and must flee to Canada. There, he becomes embroiled in the conflict between the French and English settlers and the First Nations people. Olivier falls in love with a beautiful First Nations woman named Alixe, but their relationship is complicated by the war and cultural differences. As the conflict intensifies, Olivier must choose between his loyalty to France and his love for Alixe. The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and cultural differences, as well as the brutality of war and its impact on individuals and communities. It also provides a vivid portrayal of life in 17th century Canada, including the relationships between settlers and First Nations people, as well as the political and social tensions of the time. Overall, The Trail Of The Sword is a gripping and emotional tale of love and war, set against the backdrop of a fascinating period in Canadian history.""By Heaven, no: I hope that they will fight while remains a chance. And be sure, sir, I should not have yielded here, but that I foresaw hopeless slaughter. Nor would I ask your favour there, but that I know you are like to have bloody barbarians with you--and we have women and children!""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Embers and A Lover's Diary: The Works of Gilbert Parker is a collection of two works by Canadian author Gilbert Parker. The first work, Embers, is a novel set in the Canadian wilderness during the late 19th century. The story follows the life of a young man named Tharon who is forced to leave his home and family after being falsely accused of a crime. Tharon sets out on a journey of self-discovery and redemption, encountering a cast of colorful characters along the way.The second work, A Lover's Diary, is a collection of poems and love letters written by Parker to his wife. The poems and letters offer a glimpse into the author's personal life and provide insight into his romantic sensibilities.Together, these two works showcase Parker's talent for storytelling and his ability to capture the beauty and complexity of human relationships. Embers and A Lover's Diary is a must-read for fans of Canadian literature and anyone interested in exploring the themes of love, loss, and redemption.1913. Part Seventeen of Eighteen Volumes. Gilbert, Canadian-born novelist and politician, his literary reputation lies primarily on his earlier descriptive, dramatic and historic Canadian stories. He moved to England in 1889 and later served in Parliament. Parker explains that in this edition of his work, each volume will have a special introduction setting forth, as far as possible, the relation of each work to the author, to its companion works, and to the scheme of his literary life. The Embers and A Lover's Diary are both collections of Parker's verse. A Lover's Diary was written when Parker was 23. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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Michel and Angele and John Enderby are two of the works included in this collection of writings by Gilbert Parker. Michel and Angele is a novel set in France during the 19th century, telling the story of a young woman named Angele who falls in love with a man named Michel. Their love is complicated by their different social statuses and the political turmoil of the time. John Enderby is a short story about a man who becomes obsessed with a woman he meets on a ship, leading to tragic consequences. The collection also includes other works by Parker, such as There is Sorrow on the Sea, a novel about a man who becomes embroiled in a dangerous smuggling operation. Overall, this collection offers a glimpse into the world of Gilbert Parker, a prolific writer of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.1913. Part Thirteen of Eighteen Volumes. Gilbert, Canadian-born novelist and politician, his literary reputation lies primarily on his earlier descriptive, dramatic and historic Canadian stories. He moved to England in 1889 and later served in Parliament. Parker explains that in this edition of his work, each volume will have a special introduction setting forth, as far as possible, the relation of each work to the author, to its companion works, and to the scheme of his literary life. Michel and Angele, a tale of love, laugher, and tears (originally published in book form as A Ladder of Swords). The novel had its origin in a true but brief record of some good Huguenots who fled from France and took refuge in England, to be found, as the book declares, at the Walloon Church, in Southampton. This volume also contains two stories: John Enderby and There is Sorrow on the Sea. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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"The Battle of the Strong: A Romance of Two Kingdoms" is the first volume in the captivating series written by Sir Gilbert Parker. The radical is a compelling exploration of love, electricity, and societal dynamics set in opposition to the backdrop of overdue 19th-century Canada. The subtitle, "A Romance of Two Kingdoms," recommendations on the dualities inherent in the narrative¿personal relationships entwined with political and cultural conflicts. The tale unfolds in opposition to the backdrop of an unexpectedly converting Canadian landscape, portraying the conflict between conventional methods of life and the forces of modernization. As characters navigate the complex tapestry of political intrigue and private struggles, Parker weaves a tale this is each epic and intimate. Sir Gilbert Parker, an outstanding Canadian writer and politician, demonstrates his literary prowess by means of seamlessly blending historic activities with fictional elements. The characters in "The Battle of the Strong" are intricately advanced, every grappling with the profound societal shifts of the time, making the radical a reflection now not only of person journeys but additionally of the broader cultural and political modifications in past due nineteenth-century Canada. Through this masterfully crafted romance, Parker gives readers a window into a pivotal duration in Canadian records, taking pictures the essence of a state in flux.

"The Battle of the Strong: A Romance of Two Kingdoms" is the third volume in the captivating series written by Sir Gilbert Parker. The radical is a compelling exploration of love, electricity, and societal dynamics set in opposition to the backdrop of overdue 19th-century Canada. The subtitle, "A Romance of Two Kingdoms," recommendations on the dualities inherent in the narrative¿personal relationships entwined with political and cultural conflicts. The tale unfolds in opposition to the backdrop of an unexpectedly converting Canadian landscape, portraying the conflict between conventional methods of life and the forces of modernization. As characters navigate the complex tapestry of political intrigue and private struggles, Parker weaves a tale this is each epic and intimate. Sir Gilbert Parker, an outstanding Canadian writer and politician, demonstrates his literary prowess by means of seamlessly blending historic activities with fictional elements. The characters in "The Battle of the Strong" are intricately advanced, every grappling with the profound societal shifts of the time, making the radical a reflection now not only of person journeys but additionally of the broader cultural and political modifications in past due nineteenth-century Canada. Through this masterfully crafted romance, Parker gives readers a window into a pivotal duration in Canadian records, taking pictures the essence of a state in flux.

"The Battle of the Strong: A Romance of Two Kingdoms" is the fourth volume in the captivating series written by Sir Gilbert Parker. The radical is a compelling exploration of love, electricity, and societal dynamics set in opposition to the backdrop of overdue 19th-century Canada. The subtitle, "A Romance of Two Kingdoms," recommendations on the dualities inherent in the narrative¿personal relationships entwined with political and cultural conflicts. The tale unfolds in opposition to the backdrop of an unexpectedly converting Canadian landscape, portraying the conflict between conventional methods of life and the forces of modernization. As characters navigate the complex tapestry of political intrigue and private struggles, Parker weaves a tale this is each epic and intimate. Sir Gilbert Parker, an outstanding Canadian writer and politician, demonstrates his literary prowess by means of seamlessly blending historic activities with fictional elements. The characters in "The Battle of the Strong" are intricately advanced, every grappling with the profound societal shifts of the time, making the radical a reflection now not only of person journeys but additionally of the broader cultural and political modifications in past due nineteenth-century Canada. Through this masterfully crafted romance, Parker gives readers a window into a pivotal duration in Canadian records, taking pictures the essence of a state in flux.

"The Battle of the Strong: A Romance of Two Kingdoms" is the complete in the captivating series written by Sir Gilbert Parker. The radical is a compelling exploration of love, electricity, and societal dynamics set in opposition to the backdrop of overdue 19th-century Canada. The subtitle, "A Romance of Two Kingdoms," recommendations on the dualities inherent in the narrative¿personal relationships entwined with political and cultural conflicts. The tale unfolds in opposition to the backdrop of an unexpectedly converting Canadian landscape, portraying the conflict between conventional methods of life and the forces of modernization. As characters navigate the complex tapestry of political intrigue and private struggles, Parker weaves a tale this is each epic and intimate. Sir Gilbert Parker, an outstanding Canadian writer and politician, demonstrates his literary prowess by means of seamlessly blending historic activities with fictional elements. The characters in "The Battle of the Strong" are intricately advanced, every grappling with the profound societal shifts of the time, making the radical a reflection now not only of person journeys but additionally of the broader cultural and political modifications in past due nineteenth-century Canada. Through this masterfully crafted romance, Parker gives readers a window into a pivotal duration in Canadian records, taking pictures the essence of a state in flux.

"The Battle of the Strong: A Romance of Two Kingdoms" is the second volume in the captivating series written by Sir Gilbert Parker. The radical is a compelling exploration of love, electricity, and societal dynamics set in opposition to the backdrop of overdue 19th-century Canada. The subtitle, "A Romance of Two Kingdoms," recommendations on the dualities inherent in the narrative¿personal relationships entwined with political and cultural conflicts. The tale unfolds in opposition to the backdrop of an unexpectedly converting Canadian landscape, portraying the conflict between conventional methods of life and the forces of modernization. As characters navigate the complex tapestry of political intrigue and private struggles, Parker weaves a tale this is each epic and intimate. Sir Gilbert Parker, an outstanding Canadian writer and politician, demonstrates his literary prowess by means of seamlessly blending historic activities with fictional elements. The characters in "The Battle of the Strong" are intricately advanced, every grappling with the profound societal shifts of the time, making the radical a reflection now not only of person journeys but additionally of the broader cultural and political modifications in past due nineteenth-century Canada. Through this masterfully crafted romance, Parker gives readers a window into a pivotal duration in Canadian records, taking pictures the essence of a state in flux.

"The Battle of the Strong: A Romance of Two Kingdoms" is the six volume in the captivating series written by Sir Gilbert Parker. The radical is a compelling exploration of love, electricity, and societal dynamics set in opposition to the backdrop of overdue 19th-century Canada. The subtitle, "A Romance of Two Kingdoms," recommendations on the dualities inherent in the narrative¿personal relationships entwined with political and cultural conflicts. The tale unfolds in opposition to the backdrop of an unexpectedly converting Canadian landscape, portraying the conflict between conventional methods of life and the forces of modernization. As characters navigate the complex tapestry of political intrigue and private struggles, Parker weaves a tale this is each epic and intimate. Sir Gilbert Parker, an outstanding Canadian writer and politician, demonstrates his literary prowess by means of seamlessly blending historic activities with fictional elements. The characters in "The Battle of the Strong" are intricately advanced, every grappling with the profound societal shifts of the time, making the radical a reflection now not only of person journeys but additionally of the broader cultural and political modifications in past due nineteenth-century Canada. Through this masterfully crafted romance, Parker gives readers a window into a pivotal duration in Canadian records, taking pictures the essence of a state in flux.

"The Battle of the Strong: A Romance of Two Kingdoms" is the five volume in the captivating series written by Sir Gilbert Parker. The radical is a compelling exploration of love, electricity, and societal dynamics set in opposition to the backdrop of overdue 19th-century Canada. The subtitle, "A Romance of Two Kingdoms," recommendations on the dualities inherent in the narrative¿personal relationships entwined with political and cultural conflicts. The tale unfolds in opposition to the backdrop of an unexpectedly converting Canadian landscape, portraying the conflict between conventional methods of life and the forces of modernization. As characters navigate the complex tapestry of political intrigue and private struggles, Parker weaves a tale this is each epic and intimate. Sir Gilbert Parker, an outstanding Canadian writer and politician, demonstrates his literary prowess by means of seamlessly blending historic activities with fictional elements. The characters in "The Battle of the Strong" are intricately advanced, every grappling with the profound societal shifts of the time, making the radical a reflection now not only of person journeys but additionally of the broader cultural and political modifications in past due nineteenth-century Canada. Through this masterfully crafted romance, Parker gives readers a window into a pivotal duration in Canadian records, taking pictures the essence of a state in flux.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1913 Edition.

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The Seats of the Mighty is a novel published in 1896 by Gilbert Parker. It was first published in serial form in The Atlantic starting in March 1895, and released in book form in 1896. It was the third highest best-selling book in the United States in 1896. It is a historical novel depicting the English conquest of Quebec with James Wolfe and the Marquis de Montcalm as two of the characters. It was also adapted into a play by late 1896, and a silent film in 1914 starring Lionel Barrymore.

This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, affordable price, in an attractive volume so that everyone can enjoy them.

This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, affordable price, in an attractive volume so that everyone can enjoy them.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, affordable price, in an attractive volume so that everyone can enjoy them.

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Sir Horatio Gilbert George Parker, 1st Baronet; Canadian novelist and British politician, more commonly called Gilbert Parker. Best remembered for his work The Lane that Had No Turning (1900), a collection of short stories, considered by some as being in the tradition of such Gothic classics as Stoker's Dracula and James's The Turn of the Screw

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