""Cornet Strong of Ireton's Horse: An Episode of the Ironsides"" is a historical fiction novel written by Dora Greenwell McChesney. The story is set in England during the 17th century, during the time of the English Civil War. The protagonist, Cornet Strong, is a young cavalryman who serves in Oliver Cromwell's army. He is part of a group of soldiers known as the Ironsides, who are known for their bravery and skill in battle.The novel follows Cornet Strong's experiences as he fights for the Parliamentarians against the Royalists. He faces many challenges, including battles, injuries, and personal struggles. Along the way, he meets and falls in love with a young woman named Rachel, who is also fighting for the Parliamentarians.The book provides a vivid description of life during the English Civil War, including the politics, military tactics, and daily life of soldiers. It also explores themes of love, loyalty, and honor. The novel is a compelling and engaging read, full of action, romance, and historical detail. It is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and anyone interested in the English Civil War.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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