In freedom's cause

a story of Wallace and Bruce (Henty's series for boys)

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In freedom's cause (1902, Hurst)

362 pages

English language

Published Nov. 24, 1902 by Hurst.

OCLC Number:
3127332

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2 stars (1 review)

At the turn of the fourteenth century in Scotland, young Archie Forbes becomes involved with both William Wallace and Robert the Bruce in the struggle for Scottish independence from English rule.

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Review of "In Freedom's Cause" on 'Storygraph'

2 stars

I started this book because it came for free with my e-reader and I thought I might as well read it.
The story very much feels like a history lesson, and although I enjoy reading about history, the plotline itself felt like a rehash with inserted original characters. The characters were very one dimensional (written as either brave or despicable) and there was barely any character development. On top of that, the war is depicted in very black and white terms, and also very one-sided.
That aside, I do think it was quite informative to some extent as someone who lacks knowledge on Scottish medieval history, so I wouldn't say that it felt like I completely wasted my time.

Subjects

  • Scotland -- History -- Fiction