Marion's Faith. by Charles King

"Marion's Faith" by Charles King is a novel written in the late 19th century. This sequel to "The Colonel's Daughter" revisits a cast of characters deeply embedded in military life, exploring themes of duty, loyalty, and the complexities of personal relationships during the tumultuous backdrop of the American frontier. The story centers around Lieutenant Ray, who reflects on his life choices and relationships, particularly with his sister and comrades, alongside the impending realities of military duty. The opening of the novel introduces two key characters, Lieutenant Ray and Major Stannard, who are riding back to the garrison after troop drill. Their conversation touches on Ray’s desire for adventure and the pressures of family expectations, hinting at his complex family dynamics, especially concerning his sister’s marriage. The scene is vividly described with the beauty of the prairie, establishing a peaceful yet tense atmosphere that contrasts with the lurking threat of conflict. As they discuss past acquaintances and the challenges of their lifestyle, the reader is drawn into their camaraderie and the broader themes of loyalty and sacrifice that will likely shape the narrative. The initial chapters set the stage for the conflicts ahead, both on the battlefield and within their personal lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Download for free

For your e-reader or reading app — Kindle, Kobo, Apple Books, Calibre etc.

Other formats & older devices

About this eBook

Author King, Charles, 1844-1933
Title Marion's Faith.
Note "A sequel to The Colonel's Daughter."
Credits Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images
generously made available by The Internet Archive/American
Libraries.)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 76.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Western stories
Subject Frontier and pioneer life -- West (U.S.) -- Fiction
Subject West (U.S.) -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Subject United States. Army -- Military life -- Fiction
Subject Soldiers -- West (U.S.) -- Fiction
Category Text
eBook-No. 20305
Release Date
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
Downloads 480 downloads in the last 30 days.

Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!