Hilary S. Magna

Hilary S. Magna: Or The Nearest Duty First is a novel written anonymously in 1863. The story follows the life of Hilary S. Magna, a young man who is forced to leave his home in England and travel to America to seek his fortune. Along the way, he faces numerous challenges and learns valuable lessons about life, love, and duty.The novel is set against the backdrop of the American Civil War and explores themes of duty, honor, and sacrifice. Hilary's journey takes him from the bustling streets of New York City to the battlefields of Virginia, where he witnesses firsthand the horrors of war.Throughout the novel, Hilary struggles to balance his desire for success and wealth with his sense of duty to his fellow man. He is forced to make difficult choices and confront his own weaknesses as he navigates the challenges of life in a new country.The novel is a compelling exploration of the human experience and the importance of putting one's duty to others above personal gain. It is a timeless tale that continues to resonate with readers today.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.