Fort Amity

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Fort Amity

by Arthur Quiller-Couch

EN·~6 hours

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Description

A vivid portrait of a world caught between the clang of muskets and the quiet yearning of young hearts, this novel opens on the bustling shores of a North‑American fort where soldiers, travelers, and hopeful lovers converge. The narrative introduces Ensign John à Cleeve, a disciplined officer whose sense of duty is suddenly stirred by an unexpected attraction, setting the stage for a story where honor and affection wrestle for supremacy.

Through richly described landscapes—forests that echo with the distant chatter of steamers, lakes rimmed by bustling towns, and the lingering presence of Indigenous scouts—the author weaves a tapestry of camaraderie forged in schoolrooms and rekindled on the battlefield. As old schoolmates reunite and their sons embark on new adventures, the tale promises a nuanced exploration of loyalty, friendship, and the delicate balance between personal desire and the demands of service.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~6 hours (397K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Lionel Sear

Release date

2007-02-17

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Arthur Quiller-Couch

Arthur Quiller-Couch

1863–1944

Best known by the pen name “Q,” this Cornish writer brought both adventure and literary wisdom to generations of readers. He wrote novels and stories steeped in the sea and the West Country, and later became one of England’s most influential anthologists and critics.

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