
The Little Countess takes Arms for Her Defence.
THE EAGLE OF THE EMPIRE - A STORY OF WATERLOO
DEDICATION
PREFACE
BOOK I - THE EMPEROR AT BAY
BOOK II - THE EAGLE'S FLIGHT
BOOK III - THE LAST TRY
In the turbulent days before the clash at Waterloo, a spirited young countess refuses to remain confined to the drawing‑room. Determined to defend her family's honor, she dons a uniform and steps onto a battlefield where thunderous cannons and whispered legends collide. Amid the smoke and chaos, she encounters a charismatic officer whose courage matches her own fierce resolve.
Their budding affection provides a tender counterpoint to the grinding realities of war, revealing both the camaraderie and the crushing weariness of soldiers marching under the Eagle of the Empire. As alliances shift and strategies unfold, the narrative paints vivid portraits of daring generals, ragged recruits, and the stark, icy nights that test every heart. The story balances sweeping historical detail with an intimate romance, inviting listeners to feel the exhilaration of triumph and the quiet sorrow of loss.
Language
en
Duration
~8 hours (462K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Al Haines
Release date
2007-02-04
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1861–1920
An Episcopal priest with a flair for action and history, he wrote prolifically about war, adventure, and the American past. His books blend storytelling with a journalist’s eye for drama and detail.
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