Barlasch of the Guard (1903)

Barlasch of the Guard is a historical novel written by Henry Seton Merriman and first published in 1903. The story is set in the late 18th century and follows the life of Barlasch, a veteran soldier in the French army who has been wounded and left for dead on the battlefield. He is rescued by a group of Russian soldiers and taken to St. Petersburg, where he becomes a member of the Imperial Guard.Barlasch is a complex character, who is both cynical and loyal, and he quickly becomes a favorite of the Empress Catherine II. However, he is haunted by his past and the memories of his time in the army, which have left him emotionally scarred. As the story progresses, Barlasch becomes embroiled in a web of political intrigue and personal drama, as he struggles to come to terms with his past and his present.The novel is a gripping tale of adventure, romance, and political intrigue, set against the backdrop of the tumultuous times of the late 18th century. Merriman's prose is elegant and evocative, and he vividly brings to life the sights, sounds, and smells of St. Petersburg and the Russian court. Barlasch of the Guard is a timeless classic that will appeal to readers of historical fiction and lovers of adventure and romance.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.