Colonel Norton: A Novel (1895)

By Florence Montgomery

Book Overview

Colonel Norton: A Novel is a literary work written by Florence Montgomery and published in 1895. The book tells the story of Colonel Norton, a retired military officer who struggles to find his place in society after leaving the army. The novel is set in the late 19th century, a time of great social and political change, and explores themes of identity, honor, and duty.The story begins with Colonel Norton's return to England after a long and successful military career in India. He finds himself at odds with the rigid social conventions of Victorian England and struggles to adapt to civilian life. Despite his efforts to fit in, he feels like an outsider and is haunted by the memories of his past.As the novel progresses, Colonel Norton becomes involved in a series of events that test his sense of duty and honor. He is forced to confront his own prejudices and biases as he faces challenges both personal and professional. Along the way, he forms relationships with a diverse cast of characters, including a young woman named Lucy, who helps him to see the world in a new light.Ultimately, Colonel Norton must decide whether to cling to the traditions of his past or embrace the changes of the future. The novel is a powerful exploration of the human condition, and a testament to the enduring value of honor, integrity, and courage.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: 1165385627
• ISBN13: 9781165385621
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 476 Pages
• Weight: 1.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"