Revolution: A Novel (1921)

by J.D. Beresford

Book Overview

Revolution: A Novel is a work of historical fiction written by John Davys Beresford in 1921. The novel is set during the French Revolution and follows the story of a young Englishman named Richard Shelton. Shelton travels to France to study medicine, but becomes embroiled in the political turmoil of the time. He falls in love with a French woman named Lucille, who is a supporter of the revolution. As the revolution intensifies, Shelton becomes increasingly involved in the conflict, taking on dangerous missions and risking his life for the cause. Along the way, he grapples with questions of morality and justice, and must decide where his loyalties lie. The novel is a gripping tale of love, war, and political upheaval, and offers a vivid portrait of one of the most tumultuous periods in European history.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164174339
• ISBN13: 9781164174332
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 266 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"