A Maker Of Nations (1899)

A Maker of Nations is a historical novel written by Guy Newell Boothby in 1899. The story is set in the late 1800s and follows the adventures of a young man named Nicholas Marston, who travels to South America in search of his father, a famous explorer who disappeared years earlier. Along the way, Marston becomes embroiled in a revolution against a corrupt government and falls in love with the daughter of a local aristocrat. As he becomes more involved in the conflict, Marston discovers that he has a talent for leadership and becomes a key figure in the fight for freedom. The book is a thrilling adventure story that also explores themes of love, loyalty, and the struggle for independence. Boothby's vivid descriptions of the South American landscape and culture make the setting come alive, and his characters are complex and engaging. A Maker of Nations is a classic of historical fiction that continues to captivate readers over a century after its initial publication.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.