Called To The Colors (1915)

By Caroline Atwater Mason

Book Overview

Called To The Colors is a historical novel by Caroline Atwater Mason, published in 1915. The story is set in the early 19th century, during the Napoleonic Wars, and follows the life of a young American woman named Maud Raynor. Maud is a spirited and independent woman who is determined to make her own way in the world. When her father dies, she decides to travel to Europe to find her mother, who had abandoned her as a child. Along the way, she meets a handsome young British officer named Captain Richard Lestrange, and the two fall in love.As the war rages on, Maud becomes increasingly involved in the conflict, working as a nurse and helping wounded soldiers. Meanwhile, Richard is sent to fight in Spain, and Maud must wait anxiously for news of his safety. When Richard is injured in battle, Maud rushes to his side and helps nurse him back to health. But as the war comes to a close, Maud and Richard must face the reality of their different backgrounds and the challenges that lie ahead.Through Maud's journey, Called To The Colors explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the impact of war on individuals and society. Mason's vivid descriptions of the war-torn European landscape and the experiences of soldiers and civilians alike bring the era to life for readers. Overall, Called To The Colors is a compelling historical novel that offers a glimpse into the lives of those caught up in the tumultuous events of the Napoleonic Wars.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166453391
• ISBN13: 9781166453398
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 204 Pages
• Weight: 0.62 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"