A Thousand Francs Reward; and, Military Sketches by Emile Gaboriau

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Author Gaboriau, Emile, 1832-1873
Translator Kendall, Laura E.
Title A Thousand Francs Reward; and, Military Sketches
Contents A thousand francs reward -- Military sketches: The cantinière. The barber of the squadron. The vaguemestre. The zouave. The fantassin, or foot-soldier. The soldier of the light infantry.
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "A Thousand Francs Reward; and, Military Sketches" by Emile Gaboriau is a collection of detective fiction and military sketches written during the late 19th century. The first part of the book revolves around the mysterious disappearance of a respected merchant, Monsieur Jandidier, which prompts an investigation filled with intrigue and suspicion. The second section features military sketches that provide a vivid portrayal of life in the army, particularly focusing on various roles within the French military, such as the cantinière, the barber, and the zouave, highlighting their character and experiences. The narrative begins with the sudden and unexplained disappearance of Monsieur Jandidier, leading to the engagement of detective Maître Magloire, who unravels the complexities surrounding the case. As the investigation unfolds, secrets about the merchant's financial troubles and personal life come to light, raising questions about his fate. In the latter section, Gaboriau presents an array of sketches portraying different aspects of military life, effectively capturing the essence of soldiers’ camaraderie, their struggles, and the humorous incidents of their daily experiences. The blend of mystery and social commentary makes the book an engaging read, appealing to fans of both detective stories and historical military narratives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Detective and mystery stories
Subject French fiction -- Translations into English
Subject France. Armée -- Military life
Category Text
EBook-No. 43730
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 21, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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