Snake and Sword: A Novel

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Wren, Percival Christopher, 1885-1941

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Snake and Sword: A Novel" by Percival Christopher Wren is a work of fiction likely written in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around the intertwined fates of Colonel Matthew Devon de Warrenne, his wife Lenore, and their son Damocles, set against the backdrop of British colonial India. The themes of bravery, love, and the emotional weight of family heredity permeate the story, exploring how trauma and valor shape the lives of the characters. The opening of the novel introduces Colonel de Warrenne, who, in a moment of grief and impulsivity, pins his awarded Victoria Cross to the night-dress of his dying wife, Lenore. The narrative then shifts to a tense and gripping moment where Lenore finds herself in peril, literally standing on a snake, as she summons the courage to protect her unborn child. This event foreshadows the significant impact of fear and bravery on both Lenore's life and the life of her son, Damocles, who is born amidst tragedy. The complex relationships and emotional struggles set the stage for the analysis of fate, loss, and legacy, which will unfold as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Ted Garvin, Wilelmina Malliere and PG Distributed Proofreaders

Notes:

Reading ease score: 69.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2004-01-01