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by James Grant · 1822–1887
"One of the Six Hundred: A Novel" by James Grant is a historical fiction written in the late 19th century. The narrative follows a young British cavalry officer, Lieutenant Newton Norcliff, who provides a glimpse into his life as he embarks on a journey home after serving in various military campaigns. The story vividly explores themes of duty, love, and the complexities of family relationships during a period when the British military was actively involved in overseas conflicts. The opening of the novel introduces Lieutenant Norcliff as he prepares to leave the barracks for a month-long leave back home. He reflects on his experiences in the military, the anticipation of foreign service, and the emotional weight of returning to a family and a home that have changed since his departure. His thoughts are intertwined with memories of his deceased mother and the unresolved feelings for his cousin, Cora, as he navigates the shift between military life and the welcoming familiarity of home. The beginning sets an engaging tone for a tale that promises adventure, romance, and the exploration of personal growth amidst the backdrop of historical events.
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- Read time
- 742 min
- Words
- 163,223
- Chapters
- 54
- Paragraphs
- 3,616
- Price
- Free
- Crimean War, 1853-1856 -- Fiction
"_He saith among the trumpets, Ha!
«Entre las trompetas dice: ¡Ah,
ha!
ah!
and he smelleth the battle afar off, the thunder of the captains and the shouting!
Y oye la batalla a lo lejos, el trueno de los capitanes y el grito de guerra.
He is not affrighted, neither turneth he back from the sword; he goeth forth to meet the armed men.
No se asusta, ni vuelve la espalda a la espada; sale al encuentro de los hombres armados.
_"--Job xxxix.
» —Job xxxix.
Having given this warlike text, he adjusted his cloak, and turned the sand-glass, which, according to the fashion of those days, stood on the reading-desk.
Tras dar este texto belicoso, ajustó su capa y giró el reloj de arena, que, según la moda de aquellos días, estaba sobre el atril.
The rustle of Bible leaves, as of those that lie strewn in autumn, when gently stirred by the wind, passed through all the church; but from Annora's trembling and wan fingers, her Bible fell heavily to the ground.
El crujir de las páginas de la Biblia, como las que yacen esparcidas en otoño cuando son movidas suavemente por el viento, recorrió toda la iglesia; pero de los dedos temblorosos y pálidos de Annora, su Biblia cayó pesadamente al suelo.
At that moment a gaily-dressed young man, with the white rose in his plumed hat and on his laced mantle, with slashed doublet and boots,
En ese momento, un joven elegantemente vestido, con la rosa blanca en su sombrero emplumado y sobre su capa con cordones, con jubón desgarrado y botas,
as he passed slowly up the aisle--the observed of all observers--as such cavalier fripperies were supposed to have passed away with Montrose and the king, stooped, and presented her with the fallen book.
mientras pasaba lentamente por el pasillo—el observado de todos los observadores—pues se suponía que tales frivolidades caballerescas habían desaparecido con Montrose y el rey, se inclinó y le presentó el libro caído.
Their haggard eyes met.
Sus ojos demacrados se encontraron.
He was pale even as death.
Él estaba pálido incluso como la muerte.
A great wound, a sword-cut that traversed his face like a livid streak, in healing, had distorted the features; but like a glance of lightning that flashed into her soul, she recognized Willie Calderwood!
Una gran herida, un tajo de espada que le cruzaba el rostro como una cicatriz livida, al sanar, había distorsionado sus facciones; pero como un relámpago que destelló en su alma, ¡reconoció a Willie Calderwood!
She would have shrieked, but lacked the power; a little sigh could only escape her, and so she swooned away.
Habría gritado, pero le faltó el aliento; solo pudo escapar un leve suspiro, y así se desmayó.
There was a great commotion in the village kirk.
Se produjo gran conmoción en la iglesia del pueblo.
She was borne forth into the air, and laid for a time upon a throchstane, or altar tomb, and was then conveyed to the manse, where she remained long as one on the verge of madness or the grave.
La llevaron al aire libre y la colocaron durante un tiempo sobre una piedra de ataúd, o tumba altar, y luego la trasladaron a la rectoría, donde permaneció largo tiempo como una persona al borde de la locura o de la tumba.
The face of Willie, so sweet, so sad and earnest, but, alas!
El rostro de Willie, tan dulce, tan triste y serio, pero, ¡ay!
so sorely distorted, seemed ever before her, together with his gallant air and courtly bearing, all of which were so different from those of the sour-featured Whigs by whom she was surrounded.
, tan gravemente distorsionado, se le aparecía siempre ante los ojos, junto con su aire gallardo y su porte cortesano, todo lo cual era tan diferente al de los Whigs de rostro sour que la rodeaban.
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Book details
- Original language
- English
- Translation
- Spanish, machine translation
- Source text
- Project Gutenberg #55179
- Licence
- Public domain worldwide
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