Major Vigoureaux (1907)

Major Vigoureaux is a historical novel written by Arthur Thomas Quiller-Couch and published in 1907. The story is set in the 18th century and follows the life of Major Vigoureaux, a French soldier who fought in the Seven Years' War. The novel begins with Vigoureaux's childhood and his early life in France before he becomes a soldier. It then follows his military career, including his experiences in battle and his rise through the ranks. Throughout the novel, Vigoureaux is portrayed as a brave and honorable soldier, who is dedicated to his country and his fellow soldiers. However, he is also shown to be a complex character, struggling with his own personal demons and the moral implications of war. The novel also explores the political and social climate of the time, including the tensions between France and England, the role of the monarchy, and the impact of war on ordinary people. Overall, Major Vigoureaux is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that offers a fascinating insight into the life of a soldier during a turbulent period in European history.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.