My Uncle Florimond

"My Uncle Florimond" by Henry Harland is a story that follows Gregory Brace, a young boy who grows up with a stern uncle after losing his parents, but finds comfort in his grandmother's tales of a heroic Uncle Florimond living in France. Gregory's early life is marked by his strict upbringing, contrasted by the warm memories of his grandmother and her enchanting stories. The arrival of gifts from his Uncle Florimond fuels Gregory’s dreams of becoming a noble figure himself. However, the looming shadow of war and personal setbacks causes Gregory to make a bold decision; he sets off to New York City, chasing new beginnings and a chance to define his own destiny.