Description

Marcel's Duty: A Story of War Time is a novel written by Mary E. Palgrave and published in 1881. The story is set during the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-1871 and follows the life of Marcel, a young Frenchman who is called to serve in the army. Marcel's Duty explores the themes of duty, loyalty, and patriotism as Marcel struggles to come to terms with his role in the war and the impact it has on his life and those around him. The novel also delves into the experiences of women during the war, particularly through the character of Marcel's sister, who is left to manage the family farm while her brother is away. Overall, Marcel's Duty provides a vivid portrayal of life during wartime and the challenges faced by individuals and families as they navigate the turmoil of conflict.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.