The Trumpet Major

The Trumpet Major is a historical novel written by Thomas Hardy, published in 1880. The story is set during the Napoleonic Wars in the early 1800s and follows the lives of three characters: Anne Garland, a young woman who is courted by two brothers, John and Robert Loveday, who are both in the military. John is a trumpet major in the British army and Robert is a sailor in the Royal Navy.The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and patriotism as the characters navigate the challenges of war and personal relationships. Anne must choose between the two brothers, while John and Robert face the dangers of battle and the uncertainty of their futures.Hardy’s vivid descriptions of the countryside and the military campaigns add depth and realism to the novel, while his portrayal of the characters’ inner struggles and emotions makes them relatable and sympathetic.The Trumpet Major is a classic work of historical fiction that offers a glimpse into life during a tumultuous period in British history. It is a must-read for fans of Hardy’s other works, as well as anyone interested in the Napoleonic Wars or the history of England.Anne was so flurried by the military incidents attending her return home that she was almost afraid to venture alone outside her mother’s premises. Moreover, the numerous soldiers, regular and otherwise, that haunted Overcombe and its neighbourhood, were getting better acquainted with the villagers, and the result was that they were always standing at garden gates, walking in the orchards, or sitting gossiping just within cottage doors.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.