The Firebrand by S. R. Crockett
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"The Firebrand" by S. R. Crockett is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers on Ramon Garcia, known as El Sarria, who transforms from a prosperous man with a loving wife into an outlaw after a tragic confrontation involving betrayal and rage. The narrative weaves themes of love, jealousy, honor, and vengeance against a backdrop of Spanish culture and societal norms. The opening portion introduces Ramon Garcia,
who is hiding in a cave after killing Rafael de Flores, his wife's cousin, driven by jealousy. As he reflects on his past life of contentment and love for his wife, Dolóres, he grapples with his descent into outlawry. The plot reveals Ramon's emotions and the complicated relationships between him, his wife, and her cousin, setting the stage for a tale of betrayal and a man’s struggle for honor. Ramon's internal conflict and the consequences of his actions highlight the themes of love and loyalty that will likely unfold throughout the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Crockett, S. R. (Samuel Rutherford), 1860-1914 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Firebrand |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Delphine Lettau, Suzanne Shell, Mary Meehan, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 77.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Spain -- History -- Carlist War, 1833-1840 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 33602 |
| Release Date | Sep 1, 2010 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 410 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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