Gerald Fitzgerald, The Chevalier: A Novel (1899)

By Charles James Lever

Book Overview

Gerald Fitzgerald, The Chevalier: A Novel is a historical fiction novel written by Charles James Lever and originally published in 1899. The story is set in 18th century Ireland and follows the life of Gerald Fitzgerald, a young man who becomes a Chevalier, a member of the French nobility. Gerald is the son of an Irish nobleman who is forced to flee Ireland after getting involved in a rebellion against the British. He is sent to France to be educated and becomes a Chevalier, fighting in battles across Europe. The story follows Gerald's adventures as he travels across Europe, falls in love with a French woman, and eventually returns to Ireland to fight for his family's rights. Along the way, he encounters various historical figures such as Bonnie Prince Charlie and the Duke of Cumberland.The novel is a blend of adventure, romance, and historical fiction, offering a vivid portrayal of life in 18th century Europe. Lever's writing style is engaging and descriptive, bringing the characters and settings to life. The novel is a classic example of Victorian-era historical fiction and is still widely read and enjoyed today.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: 116661896X
• ISBN13: 9781166618964
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 436 Pages
• Weight: 1.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"