The Continental Dragoon

Stephens, Robert Neilson, 1867-1906Project Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

2.9

Word count: 372K words
Chapters: 38

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.The Continental Dragoon by Robert Neilson StephensAuthor: Stephens, Robert Neilson, 1867-1906,Language: English, Class: PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature, Release Date: Dec 3, 2009

Editor's review

The Continental Dragoon is a historical novel by Robert Neilson Stephens, released free in its original English by Project Gutenberg. Active in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, the author often framed adventure and human destinies within historical settings. This book centers on Continental Army dragoons and will appeal to readers interested in military life and the atmosphere of the American Revolutionary War. The Gutenberg edition is easy to obtain, clearly formatted, and convenient for e-readers and on-screen reading. As a public-domain work, it also offers English learners authentic prose in nineteenth-century narrative style. Read it as a sample of the American historical novel tradition, noting how the author links historical events through fictional characters and the pacing and language habits of adventure fiction of that era. If you prefer fast-paced modern genre fiction, the exposition may feel slow; but if you enjoy old-fashioned adventure stories with historical depth, this book is worth reading.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Readers interested in the historical background of the American Revolutionary War
English-language readers who enjoy late nineteenth-century adventure and historical fiction
Intermediate learners who want to improve their reading through public-domain English originals
Literature enthusiasts studying the tradition and narrative style of the American historical novel

Not a good fit for

Readers who prefer fast-paced contemporary suspense or genre fiction
Beginners with limited English reading ability who need annotated support
Pure literary readers with no interest in military history

Reading tips

Familiarize yourself with the basic timeline of the American Revolutionary War before entering the story; character relationships will be clearer.
Read alongside a map or historical chronology to help locate the battles and regions mentioned.
Don't look up every archaic expression; grasp the main narrative first, then return for close reading of the language.

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Project Gutenberg United States · Founded in 1971

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FAQ

Is this book in Chinese or English?

This is the original English e-book released by Project Gutenberg; the language is English, not a Chinese translation. It suits readers with some English reading ability and can also serve as supplementary reading for English learners.

What are the features of the Gutenberg edition?

Project Gutenberg provides free public-domain e-books. The text is easy to obtain and mainly plain text, suitable for e-readers, tablets, or computers. It is not a scholarly critical edition and generally includes no detailed notes or introduction.

Do I need to know American history before reading?

Systematic study is not required, but knowing the basic background of the American Revolutionary War helps. The book involves military elements such as dragoons; a general sense of the troop types and wartime environment of the period will make for a smoother reading experience.

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Stephens, Robert Neilson, 1867-1906 Author

Public information about Robert Neilson Stephens (1867–1906) is limited. His output consisted mainly of historical adventure and popular romance fiction. Ten of his works are held here, most set in Elizabethan England or in modern city life, such as An Enemy to the King, The Bright Face of Danger, and A Gentleman Player, which tells of a secret mission for the Queen; Captain Ravenshaw is likewise set in Elizabethan London. He also wrote The Mystery of Murray Davenport, set in contemporary New York, and Tales from Bohemia. His style leans toward elaborate plotting and dramatic conflict, drawing readers through historical atmosphere and adventure suspense, and he held a certain influence among popular-fiction readers of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.