The Drummer's Coat (1900)

By John William Fortescue

Book Overview

The Drummer's Coat, written by John William Fortescue and published in 1900, is a historical novel set in the early 18th century. The story follows the life of a young drummer boy named Tom, who is conscripted into the army and sent to fight in the War of the Spanish Succession. Tom's experiences in the army are vividly portrayed, from the harsh training he undergoes to the battles he fights in. Along the way, he befriends a variety of characters, including fellow soldiers and officers, and even a young woman who becomes his love interest.As the war progresses, Tom finds himself increasingly disillusioned with the conflict and the brutality of war. He begins to question his own role in the fighting and the morality of the war itself. The Drummer's Coat is a powerful and moving tale of war and its effects on those who fight it. It offers a unique perspective on the War of the Spanish Succession and the lives of soldiers during this time period. Fortescue's writing is engaging and immersive, bringing to life the sights, sounds, and emotions of the era.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: 1164872869
• ISBN13: 9781164872863
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 200 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"