Micah Clarke
'Micah Clarke' Summary
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Micah Clarke is a historical adventure novel set against the backdrop of the Monmouth Rebellion of 1685 in England. The novel follows the story of Micah Clarke, a young man who joins the rebellion in support of the Protestant Duke of Monmouth against the Catholic King James II.
Micah Clarke is the son of a Puritan soldier who fought in the English Civil War. Micah himself is a skilled swordsman and horseman, and he is eager to put his skills to the test in battle. He joins the rebellion with his best friend, Reuben Buck, and the two of them quickly become valued members of the Duke of Monmouth's army.
The rebels march across England, gathering support as they go. However, the King's army is much larger and better equipped. The rebels are eventually defeated at the Battle of Sedgemoor, and Micah and Reuben are among the few survivors.
Micah Clarke is a novel of action, adventure, and romance. It is also a story about the importance of fighting for what you believe in, even when the odds are stacked against you.
Conclusion
Micah Clarke is a must-read for fans of historical adventure fiction. It is a well-written and exciting novel that will stay with you long after you finish reading.
Additional Thoughts
Doyle's Micah Clarke is also a valuable historical document. Doyle did extensive research for the novel, and his depiction of the Monmouth Rebellion is both accurate and insightful. The novel provides a fascinating glimpse into a turbulent period in English history.
Doyle also uses the novel to explore some of his own political and philosophical beliefs. For example, the novel contains a strong defense of religious freedom and a critique of absolutism.
Micah Clarke is a complex and rewarding novel that offers something for everyone. It is a story of action, adventure, romance, history, and philosophy.
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Arthur Conan Doyle
United Kingdom
Arthur Conan Doyle was a British author and physician, born on May 22, 1859, in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. He is widely known for his fictional detective stories featuring the iconic character of Sher...
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