Anne Manning
The Year Nine: A Tale of the Tyrol is a historical fiction novel written by Anne Manning. The story is set in the Tyrol region of Austria during the year 1809, which was a time of great political and social upheaval in Europe. The main character is a young girl named Marianne, who lives with her family in a small village in the Tyrol.As the story begins, Marianne is excited about the upcoming wedding of her older sister, but her happiness is short-lived when the village is invaded by French soldiers. The French are there to enforce the orders of Napoleon Bonaparte, who has declared war on Austria. Marianne’s family and their neighbors are forced to flee into the mountains to escape the French army.The rest of the novel follows Marianne and her family as they struggle to survive in the harsh mountain environment. They must deal with hunger, illness, and the constant threat of discovery by the French soldiers. Along the way, Marianne meets a young Tyrolean man named Andreas, who becomes her friend and confidant.As the war continues, Marianne and her family become involved in the Tyrolean rebellion against the French. They join forces with other villagers to fight for their freedom and independence. The novel culminates in a dramatic battle between the Tyroleans and the French army.Overall, The Year Nine: A Tale of the Tyrol is a gripping and emotional story of courage, resilience, and survival in the face of adversity. It is a vivid portrayal of a pivotal moment in European history and a tribute to the strength and determination of the Tyrolean people.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.