The History of Henry Esmond, Esq., a Colonel in the Service of Her Majesty Queen Anne

"The History of Henry Esmond, Esq., a Colonel in the Service of Her Majesty Queen Anne" by William Makepeace Thackeray is a historical novel unfolding in the early 1700s. The story is told through the eyes of Henry Esmond's daughter as she recounts his life and the Esmond family's journey through a period of political unrest concerning the monarchy. The novel paints a vivid picture of Henry's upbringing, family ties, and the events that shaped his life and character. Themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and family duty emerge as Henry finds his place in the world during the reign of Queen Anne.