The Quest Of Glory (1912) - Bowen, Marjorie
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The Quest of Glory is a novel written by Marjorie Bowen and published in 1912. The story follows the life of a young man named Stephen Ransome, who is determined to make a name for himself and achieve greatness in the world. Stephen is born into a wealthy family, but he is not content with a life of luxury and privilege. Instead, he sets out on a quest to prove himself and earn the respect of his peers.Stephen's journey takes him from the halls of Oxford University to the battlefields of World War I, where he distinguishes himself as a brave and capable soldier. Along the way, he meets a cast…mehr

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The Quest of Glory is a novel written by Marjorie Bowen and published in 1912. The story follows the life of a young man named Stephen Ransome, who is determined to make a name for himself and achieve greatness in the world. Stephen is born into a wealthy family, but he is not content with a life of luxury and privilege. Instead, he sets out on a quest to prove himself and earn the respect of his peers.Stephen's journey takes him from the halls of Oxford University to the battlefields of World War I, where he distinguishes himself as a brave and capable soldier. Along the way, he meets a cast of memorable characters, including a beautiful and enigmatic woman named Diana, who becomes his muse and inspiration.As Stephen pursues his quest for glory, he must confront his own fears and weaknesses, as well as the challenges and dangers of the world around him. The novel explores themes of ambition, love, and sacrifice, and offers a vivid portrait of a young man's struggle to find his place in the world.Written in a lyrical and evocative style, The Quest of Glory is a timeless tale of adventure and self-discovery that will resonate with readers of all ages.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.
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Born Margaret Gabrielle Vere Campbell, Marjorie Bowen (1885-1952) was a prolific British writer whose works included historical fiction, ghost stories, and biographies. Over the course of her career, Bowen wrote over 150 novels and short tales under the pen names Joseph Shearing and George R. Preedy. Bowen, who was born in England, showed an early interest in literature. She persevered in pursuing her love of writing in spite of obstacles in her personal life, such as financial hardships and the death of her spouse in World War I. Bowen's historical novels, which frequently examined themes of ambition, treachery, and power against the backdrop of momentous historical events, won her praise from critics throughout her career. Her paintings are still valued for their realistic depictions of historical periods and gripping stories. Through her tales of adventure, romance, and intrigue, Marjorie Bowen has inspired readers and cemented her status as one of the most outstanding authors of her time. Her literary achievements have left a lasting legacy.