The Greatest Adventure Books - G. A. Henty Edition

The Greatest Adventure Books - G. A. Henty Edition
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Publisher : e-artnow
Total Pages : 1546
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ISBN-10 : EAN:4064066386122
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Synopsis The Greatest Adventure Books - G. A. Henty Edition by : G. A. Henty

Musaicum Books presents to you this meticulously edited G. A. Henty collection: "Under Drake's Flag" is the tale of the fight between the great empires of Spain and Britain for the supremacy on the seas and oceans. Tale is told from the perspective of a young boy who, along with a few friends, finds himself in the service of famous Francis Drake. "Chapter of Adventures: Through the Bombardment of Alexandria" is tale of the young midshipman, Jack Robson, who works on a small fishing boat. After showing bravery in saving some man on sea, Jack is hired by a large ship owner and sent to Egypt, where his ship falls in the hands of revolted troops. "The Queen's Cup" is a tale of a yachting race which turns into a thrilling action spread all over the Atlantic. "With Cochrane the Dauntless: A Tale of the Exploits of Lord Cochrane" is the story of an orphan boy who becomes a sailor and serves under Lord Cochrane, the Earl of Peterborough. They go through the war between Peru and Chile, boy gets taken prisoner, tried by the Inquisition and many more. "Among Malay Pirates" is a tale of British soldiers who head to a foreign land in Southeast Asia to set up trade agreements with unknown villages. A couple of sailors wish for a little excitement and their wish is granted with the meeting with Malayan Pirates. "A Roving Commission, or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti" is set at the time of the Great Revolt of the Blacks, when Hayti won its independence. Tale is full of naval battles, pirates, rescues, and fighting. "By Conduct and Courage: A Story of Nelson's Days" – Will Gilmore is a young boy raised in a small Yorkshire village. With some experience gathered on fishing boats he joins the navy. Showing courage in the fight against the French gets him the promotion to midshipman which leads to a great career on the sea, including battles, pirates, capturing and escaping. "The Mate's Story" is a tale of a ship that gets infected by a plague.

The Boy's Guide to the Historical Adventures of G. A. Henty

The Boy's Guide to the Historical Adventures of G. A. Henty
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Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 1929241151
ISBN-13 : 9781929241156
Rating : 4/5 (51 Downloads)

Synopsis The Boy's Guide to the Historical Adventures of G. A. Henty by : William Potter

This unique book charts Henty's works of historical fiction chronologically and provides both a plot summary and an historical overview of over 70 of his classic tales.

The Boy Knight

The Boy Knight
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Publisher : Courier Corporation
Total Pages : 274
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ISBN-10 : 9780486115856
ISBN-13 : 0486115852
Rating : 4/5 (56 Downloads)

Synopsis The Boy Knight by : G. A. Henty

This story of medieval life follows the remarkable adventures of young Cuthbert de Lance, a lad who serves as a page to an English nobleman during the Third Crusade.

In Freedom's Cause

In Freedom's Cause
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Publisher : London : Blackie
Total Pages : 456
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ISBN-10 : OXFORD:590479290
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Rating : 4/5 (90 Downloads)

Synopsis In Freedom's Cause by : George Alfred Henty

At the turn of the fourteenth century in Scotland, young Archie Forbes becomes involved with both William Wallace and Robert the Bruce in the struggle for Scottish independence from English rule.

With Frederick the Great

With Frederick the Great
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Total Pages : 432
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ISBN-10 : UOM:39015073480165
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Rating : 4/5 (65 Downloads)

Synopsis With Frederick the Great by : George Alfred Henty

In the Reign of Terror

In the Reign of Terror
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Total Pages : 382
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ISBN-10 : PSU:000014754272
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Rating : 4/5 (72 Downloads)

Synopsis In the Reign of Terror by : George Alfred Henty

The Lion of St. Mark

The Lion of St. Mark
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Total Pages : 428
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ISBN-10 : UOM:39015073484084
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Rating : 4/5 (84 Downloads)

Synopsis The Lion of St. Mark by : George Alfred Henty

The Treasure of the Incas - A Story of Adventure in Peru

The Treasure of the Incas - A Story of Adventure in Peru
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Publisher : VM eBooks
Total Pages : 410
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Synopsis The Treasure of the Incas - A Story of Adventure in Peru by : G. A. Henty

The mysterious loss of a large portion of the treasure of the Incas has never been completely cleared up. By torturing the natives to whom the secret had been entrusted, the Spaniards made two or three discoveries, but there can be little doubt that these finds were only a small proportion of the total amount of the missing hoards, although for years after their occupation of the country the Spaniards spared no pains and hesitated at no cruelty to bring to light the hidden wealth. The story of the boat which put to sea laden with treasure is historical, and it was generally supposed that she was lost in a storm that took place soon after she sailed. It was also morally certain that the Peruvians who left the country when the Spaniards became masters carried off with them a very large amount of treasure into that part of South America lying east of Peru. Legends are current that they founded a great city there, and that their descendants occupy it at the present time. But the forests are so thick, and the Indian tribes so hostile, that the country has never yet been explored, and it may be reserved for some future traveller, possessing the determination of my two heroes, to clear up the mystery of this city as they penetrated that of the lost treasure-ship. It need hardly be said that the state of confusion, misrule, and incessant civil wars which I have described as prevailing in Peru presents a true picture of the country at the period in which this story is laid.

The Cat of Bubastes

The Cat of Bubastes
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Publisher : London : Blackie & Son
Total Pages : 408
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ISBN-10 : UOM:39015073478847
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Rating : 4/5 (47 Downloads)

Synopsis The Cat of Bubastes by : George Alfred Henty

In 1250 B.C. the teenaged son of the Egyptian high priest sets off a series of harrowing events when he accidentally kills the sacred cat of Bubastes and, accompanied by his sister and two foreign slaves, embarks on a dangerous journey to find safe haven beyond the borders of Egypt.

In Times Of Peril A Tale Of India

In Times Of Peril A Tale Of India
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Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages : 250
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ISBN-10 : 9789359393094
ISBN-13 : 9359393096
Rating : 4/5 (94 Downloads)

Synopsis In Times Of Peril A Tale Of India by : G A Henty

G. A. Henty is a huge name in the writing of historical adventurous stories hence, he did the same thing in In Times of Peril: A Tale of India. The Times of Peril is a complete package of adventurous and thriller stories with well-structured plotting. The action-packed historical fiction tale is set in India during the Sepoy uprising. The main characters are two brothers. They go on a lot of adventures, and there is also some romance in this tale. During the 1857 Indian Mutiny, an English lad named Dick Holland finds himself in India. Dick's journeys through perilous situations and his interactions with numerous historical individuals and events are chronicled in the book. Readers should indulge themselves in the Sepoy rebellion of India and live the life of Dick Holland through the ideas of G. A. Henty.