Won By The Sword

Won By The Sword is a historical fiction novel written by G. A. Henty. The story takes place during the 17th century and follows the life of a young man named Hector Campbell. Hector is a Scottish nobleman who is forced to flee his homeland after his father is killed in battle. He travels to France where he becomes a soldier in the army of Louis XIV.Hector quickly rises through the ranks and becomes a trusted advisor to the king. He is sent on a mission to England to spy on the English army and report back to Louis XIV. While in England, Hector falls in love with a young woman named Edith, who is the daughter of an English nobleman. However, their love is threatened by the ongoing conflict between the two countries.As the war between France and England intensifies, Hector finds himself torn between his loyalty to his homeland and his love for Edith. He must make difficult decisions that will have far-reaching consequences for himself and those around him.Won By The Sword is a thrilling tale of love, loyalty, and war. It is a vivid portrayal of the political and social upheaval that characterized Europe during the 17th century. Henty's attention to historical detail and his engaging storytelling make this book a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction.De Malo was as anxious to bring on a general engagement as was his fiery opponent. He was kept well informed of what was going on in Paris, and knew that the king's death was imminent. His position on a plain, surrounded on all sides by woods and marshes with but one approach, and that through a narrow defile, was practically impregnable; and by occupying the defile he could have kept the French at bay without the slightest difficulty until Rocroi surrendered. He knew, too, that General Beck with a considerable force was hastening to join him; but he feared that prudent counsels might at the last moment prevail in the French camp, or that the news of the king's death might reach them, and he therefore left the defile open and allowed the French army to gain the plain and form up in order of battle facing him, without offering the slightest opposition or firing a single gun.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.