D'Arcy of the Guards: Or The Fortunes of War is a historical fiction novel written by Louis Evan Shipman. The story is set during the Napoleonic Wars and follows the adventures of Captain D'Arcy, a member of the elite British Guards regiment. D'Arcy is a brave and skilled soldier who is sent on various missions throughout Europe to fight against the French army.The novel begins with D'Arcy's arrival in Portugal, where he is tasked with helping the Portuguese army fight against the invading French forces. Along the way, he meets a beautiful young woman named Isabel, who becomes his love interest. As D'Arcy fights in various battles, he must also navigate the complex politics and alliances of the time.As the war progresses, D'Arcy is sent on a dangerous mission to France, where he must infiltrate the enemy's stronghold and gather intelligence. Along the way, he faces many challenges and risks his life to complete his mission.Throughout the novel, Shipman provides readers with a vivid and detailed portrayal of life during the Napoleonic Wars. The battle scenes are intense and realistic, and the characters are well-developed and engaging. D'Arcy of the Guards: Or The Fortunes of War is a thrilling adventure story that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and military fiction.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.
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