Micah Clarke is a powerful historical novel set during the Monmouth Rebellion in 17th-century England. Through the eyes of young Micah, Arthur Conan Doyle paints a vivid portrait of religious and political strife. The novel follows the journey of a boy into manhood amid civil unrest, exploring loyalty, conscience, and the harsh cost of war. It stands as Doyle's early testament to moral complexity and historical drama.

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859–1930) was a Scottish author, physician, and spiritualist best known for creating the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes. Born in Edinburgh, he studied medicine at the University of Edinburgh, where his storytelling talent began to emerge alongside his scientific education. Though initially practicing as a doctor, Doyle turned to writing to support himself, eventually achieving worldwide fame with the publication of A Study in Scarlet in 1887. Beyond detective fiction, he explored historical novels, science fiction, and supernatural themes, notably in the Professor Challenger series. A passionate advocate for justice, he was involved in several real-life legal investigations. In his later years, Doyle became deeply involved in spiritualism, dedicating much of his time and writings to life after death. His legacy endures as one of the most influential figures in literary history.