Marcel's Duty: A Story of War Time is a historical novel written by Mary E. Palgrave and published in 1881. The story is set during the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-71 and revolves around the life of Marcel, a young French boy who is forced to leave his home and family to serve in the army. The novel explores the themes of duty, sacrifice, and patriotism as Marcel faces the harsh realities of war and the challenges of being away from his loved ones. The story is told through Marcel's eyes as he witnesses the horrors of battle, endures the hardships of military life, and struggles to maintain his sense of identity and purpose. Along the way, he meets a cast of characters, including fellow soldiers, officers, and civilians, who help him navigate the tumultuous world of war. The novel is a poignant and powerful portrayal of the human cost of conflict and the resilience of the human spirit in times of crisis.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.