| Author |
Hayens, Herbert, 1861-1944 |
| Title |
At the Point of the Sword
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 81.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Al Haines
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| Summary |
"At the Point of the Sword" by Herbert Hayens is a novel written in the early 20th century. This adventurous tale centers around a young protagonist named Jack Crawford, who finds himself caught in the midst of Peru's struggle for independence during the early 19th century. As Jack navigates the turbulent political landscape following the death of his father, he embarks on a journey filled with danger, friendship, and self-discovery. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for Jack’s life in Peru as he prepares for his fourteenth birthday. On the eve of this significant day, his world is upended when his friend Rosa arrives with unsettling news about her father and Jack's own father, who has been killed by the Spanish authorities. The revelation propels Jack into a series of events that lead to his mother sending him away for safety with his father's trusted servant José. As Jack departs from his childhood home, he is filled with grief and uncertainty. The initial chapters reveal not only a personal loss but also introduce the broader context of rebellion and the impending battles for Peruvian independence, framing Jack’s journey as one not just of survival but also of finding his place in the struggle for freedom. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Peru -- History -- War of Independence, 1820-1829 -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
22595 |
| Release Date |
Sep 14, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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