"The Splendid Spur" by Arthur Quiller-Couch is a historical adventure that plunges readers into the heart of the English Civil War through the eyes of John Marvel, a loyal servant to King Charles I. The narrative unfolds with John, a scholar from Oxford's Trinity College, unexpectedly witnessing a clandestine meeting that thrusts him into a whirlwind of danger and intrigue. The book follows him as he becomes entangled in brawls, murder, and daring escapes, evolving from a bookish student into a courageous protagonist navigating the complexities of war, loyalty, and survival, all while encountering a cast of characters and facing life-threatening circumstances. The journey blends humor with high stakes, painting a vivid picture of a nation divided and a young man's transformation in the face of extraordinary events.
The Splendid Spur Being Memoirs of the Adventures of Mr. John Marvel, a Servant of His Late Majesty King Charles I, in the Years 1642-3
By Arthur Quiller-Couch
A scholar's quiet life is shattered when he stumbles upon a dangerous secret, forcing him into a world of spies, battles, and life-or-death choices during a kingdom's war.
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About the AuthorSir Arthur Thomas Quiller-Couch was a British writer who published using the pseudonym Q. Although a prolific novelist, he is remembered mainly for the monumental publication The Oxford Book of English Verse 1250–1900 and for his literary criticism. He influenced many who never met him, including American writer Helene Hanff, author of 84, Charing Cross Road and its sequel, Q's Legacy. His The Oxford Book of English Verse was a favourite of John Mortimer's fictional character Horace Rumpole.
Sir Arthur Thomas Quiller-Couch was a British writer who published using the pseudonym Q. Although a prolific novelist, he is remembered mainly for the monumental publication The Oxford Book of English Verse 1250–1900 and for his literary criticism. He influenced many who never met him, including American writer Helene Hanff, author of 84, Charing Cross Road and its sequel, Q's Legacy. His The Oxford Book of English Verse was a favourite of John Mortimer's fictional character Horace Rumpole.
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