The Firefly of France by Marion Polk Angellotti
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"The Firefly of France" by Marion Polk Angellotti is a novel written in the late 19th to early 20th century. The story unfolds in a tense backdrop during World War I, focusing on Devereux Bayne, who gets embroiled in a suspenseful adventure connected to espionage and danger while traveling from America to France. The narrative hints at themes of loyalty, bravery, and the perils of war, showcasing a journey that intertwines personal
quests with the greater turmoil of the age. The opening of the book introduces us to Devereux Bayne, who reflects on his stay at the luxurious Hotel St. Ives before departing for France. His dinner with his guardian, Peter Dunstan, is filled with both humor and concern, as Dunstan fears for Devereux’s safety amidst the war. This light-hearted banter is interrupted when Devereux encounters a mysterious German intruder in his room, setting off a chain of events that propels him into a web of intrigue. The tension escalates when Bayne finds himself wrongly accused of espionage, possessing sensitive papers intended for German agents. The chapter establishes an engaging blend of suspense, humor, and romantic potential, particularly with the introduction of Esme Falconer, a captivating girl from his earlier encounter, complicating his journey as their paths intertwine amidst the chaos of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Angellotti, Marion Polk, 1887-1975 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Firefly of France |
| Credits | Produced by Dagny; John Bickers; David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 81.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Fiction |
| Subject | War stories |
| Subject | France -- History -- 1914-1940 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 3676 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-03676-2 |
| Release Date | Apr 13, 2006 |
| Last Update | Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 542 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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