D'Arcy of the Guards: Or The Fortunes of War is a novel written by Louis Evan Shipman and published in 1899. The story takes place during the Napoleonic Wars and follows the adventures of the titular character, D'Arcy, a young officer in the British army. D'Arcy is a brave and ambitious soldier who rises through the ranks quickly due to his skill and determination. He faces numerous challenges and dangers on the battlefield, including skirmishes with the French army, treacherous spies, and personal rivalries with other officers. Along the way, D'Arcy falls in love with a beautiful and spirited young woman named Lady Constance, but their relationship is complicated by the war and their different social statuses. The novel is filled with action and adventure, as well as romance and intrigue. It offers a vivid portrayal of life during the Napoleonic Wars and the hardships faced by soldiers and civilians alike. Overall, D'Arcy of the Guards: Or The Fortunes of War is a thrilling and engaging historical novel that will appeal to fans of military fiction and romantic literature.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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