The Romance Of Gilbert Holmes: An Historical Novel

By Marshall Monroe Kirkman

Book Overview

""The Romance of Gilbert Holmes"" is a historical novel written by Marshall Monroe Kirkman. The story is set in the early 19th century and follows the life of Gilbert Holmes, a young man who is determined to make a name for himself in the world. Gilbert is a brilliant and ambitious individual who dreams of becoming a successful lawyer and politician.The novel begins with Gilbert's childhood, where he is shown to be a precocious child with a hunger for knowledge. As he grows up, Gilbert faces many challenges and obstacles, but he never loses sight of his goals. Along the way, he falls in love with a beautiful young woman named Emily, who becomes his muse and inspiration.As Gilbert pursues his dreams, he becomes embroiled in the politics of the time, which are fraught with corruption and intrigue. He must navigate these treacherous waters while staying true to his values and principles. Along the way, he makes many friends and enemies, and his life is filled with both triumphs and tragedies.""The Romance of Gilbert Holmes"" is a sweeping epic that takes the reader on a journey through the turbulent times of the early 19th century. It is a tale of love, ambition, and the struggle for justice in a world that is often unjust. Kirkman's vivid descriptions and engaging characters make this novel a must-read for anyone who loves historical fiction.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: 1163297011
• ISBN13: 9781163297018
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 428 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"