A Gentleman-at-Arms: Being Passages in the Life of Sir Christopher Rudd, Knight

"A Gentleman-at-Arms: Being Passages in the Life of Sir Christopher Rudd, Knight" by Herbert Strang is a historical adventure story about a young English gentleman named Sir Christopher Rudd, who recounts his exciting journeys to foreign lands, like the Spanish Main, and his encounters with enemies, like the Spanish, pirates, and more, promising a look into a world filled with bravery and excitement. The book starts with a look at the Rudd family's past, highlighting their journey from nobility to where they are in the present. The story kicks off as youngster Christopher embarks on a journey to a new land, but his adventure goes awry when he's captured, forcing him into servitude, but the young Rudd is determined to escape and avenge the injustices he suffered.