In Freedom's Cause (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. Wars of Scottish Independence - Historical Novel (A Tale of Wallace and Bruce)By G. A. Henty
Length13h 27m
About this audiobook
In Freedom's Cause is one of G. A. Henty's vigorous historical romances, set amid the Scottish struggle for independence against English domination in the late thirteenth and early fourteenth centuries. Through the fictional young hero Archie Forbes, Henty brings readers into the world of William Wallace, Robert the Bruce, sieges, battles, feudal loyalties, and patriotic sacrifice. Written in a clear, episodic, and morally earnest Victorian style, the novel combines adventure narrative with didactic history, reflecting the nineteenth-century taste for imperial boys' fiction while dramatizing medieval national resistance. G. A. Henty was a prolific English novelist and former war correspondent whose experiences reporting military conflicts shaped his fascination with courage, discipline, and historical crisis. His books often place youthful protagonists at the center of major events, allowing history to be learned through action. In Freedom's Cause reflects Henty's characteristic admiration for bravery and steadfastness, while also revealing Victorian assumptions about heroism, nationhood, and character formation. This book is recommended for readers interested in classic historical adventure, Scottish history, and the literary culture of Victorian youth fiction. Though modern readers may note its period attitudes, it remains an engaging introduction to the legends of Wallace and Bruce.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.2 (3.3K)
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GenreChildren's Literature
Length13 hrs 27 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 20, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1In Freedom's Cause (Annotated)
2Introduction
3Synopsis
4Historical Context
5Preface
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6Chapter I. Glen Cairn
7Chapter II. Leaving Home
8Chapter III. Sir William Wallace
9Chapter IV. The Capture of Lanark
10Chapter V. A Treacherous Plot
11Chapter VI. The Barns of Ayr
12Chapter VII. The Cave in the Pentlands
13Chapter VIII. The Council at Stirling
14Chapter IX. The Battle of Stirling Bridge
15Chapter X. The Battle of Falkirk
16Chapter XI. Robert The Bruce
17Chapter XII. The Battle of Methven
18Chapter XIII. The Castle of Dunstaffnage
19Chapter XIV. Colonsay
20Chapter XV. A Mission to Ireland
21Chapter XVI. An Irish Rising
22Chapter XVII. The King's Blood Hound
23Chapter XVIII. The Hound Restored
24Chapter XIX. The Convent of St. Kenneth
25Chapter XX. The Heiress of the Kerrs
26Chapter XXI. The Siege of Aberfilly
27Chapter XXII. A Prisoner
28Chapter XXIII. The Escape from Berwick
29Chapter XXIV. The Progress of the War
30Chapter XXV. The Capture of a Stronghold
31Chapter XXVI. Edinburgh
32Chapter XXVII. Bannockburn
33Analysis
34Reflection
35Memorable Quotes
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