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G. A. Henty (1832–1902)

Autor/a de The Cat of Bubastes

234+ obres 15,682 Membres 118 Ressenyes 8 preferits

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G. A.Henty was born in 1832 and was filled with exciting adventure. He received his education at Westminster School, and he attended Cambridge University. Along with a rigorous course of study, Henty participated in boxing, wrestling, and rowing. The strenuous study and participation in sports mostra'n més prepared Henty to join the British army in Crimea, as a war correspondent witnessing Garbaldi fight in Italy. He was also present in Paris during the Franco-Prussian war, in Spain with the Carlists, at the opening of the Suez Canal, touring India with the Prince of Wales as well as a trip to the California gold fields. Henty wrote approximately 144 books, plus stories for magazines and was dubbed as "The Prince of Story-Tellers" and "The Boy's Own Historian." G. A. Henty died in 1902. (Bowker Author Biography) mostra'n menys
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Obres de G. A. Henty

The Cat of Bubastes (1888) 1,217 exemplars
With Lee in Virginia (1890) 599 exemplars
The Dragon and the Raven (1886) — Autor — 525 exemplars
For the Temple (1888) 472 exemplars
The Young Carthaginian (1887) 457 exemplars
True to the Old Flag (1885) 244 exemplars
In the Heart of the Rockies (1895) 190 exemplars
The Treasure of the Incas (1903) 147 exemplars
When London Burned (1895) 144 exemplars
A Tale of the Western Plains (1891) 143 exemplars
Both Sides of the Border (1899) 119 exemplars
Friends Though Divided (1883) 113 exemplars
Out on the Pampas (1870) 112 exemplars
No Surrender (1900) 112 exemplars
A Jacobite Exile (1894) 103 exemplars
Jack Archer (1883) 97 exemplars
By Sheer Pluck (1884) 96 exemplars
A Final Reckoning (1887) 95 exemplars
The Bravest of the Brave (1887) 94 exemplars
Through the Fray (1886) 93 exemplars
The Young Franc-Tireurs (1872) 78 exemplars
The Young Buglers (1880) 74 exemplars
In Times of Peril (1881) 74 exemplars
With Frederick the Great (1898) 72 exemplars
At Aboukir and Acre (1899) 69 exemplars
A Chapter of Adventures (1891) 67 exemplars
Sturdy and Strong (1888) 63 exemplars
Condemned as a Nihilist (1893) 56 exemplars
Colonel Thorndyke's Secret (1898) 56 exemplars
With Cochrane the Dauntless (1897) 52 exemplars
On the Irrawaddy (1897) 51 exemplars
Through Three Campaigns (1904) 45 exemplars
At the Point of the Bayonet (1902) 43 exemplars
In the Hands of the Malays (1905) 40 exemplars
The March to Magdala (1868) 38 exemplars
Rujub, the Juggler (1893) 37 exemplars
The Cat of Bubastes [abridged] (2000) 34 exemplars
Through the Sikh War (1894) 33 exemplars
The Lost Heir (1899) 33 exemplars
With the British Legion (1903) 29 exemplars
A Girl of the Commune (1895) 29 exemplars
The Queen's Cup (1897) 28 exemplars
The March to Coomassie (1874) 28 exemplars
Tales of Daring and Danger (1890) 25 exemplars
The Golden Canon (1899) 23 exemplars
With Roberts to Pretoria (1901) 22 exemplars
The Curse of Carne's Hold (1889) 22 exemplars
The Young Carthaginian [Abridged - Jim Weiss] (2002) — Autor — 21 exemplars
A Roving Commission (1900) 21 exemplars
Dorothy's Double (1895) 21 exemplars
Wulf the Saxon [Abridged Audiobook] (2001) — Autor — 19 exemplars
Beric the Briton [Abridged] (2005) 17 exemplars
A Hidden Foe (1891) 14 exemplars
John Hawke's Fortune (1901) 14 exemplars
The Plague Ship (2002) 14 exemplars
A search for a secret (1867) 12 exemplars
Young Folks' Library 12: A Book of Famous Travels (1901) — Editor — 12 exemplars
A Soldier's Daughter (1906) 10 exemplars
All But Lost Vol. I (1869) 9 exemplars
Those Other Animals (1891) 8 exemplars
For the Temple [Abridged - Jim Weiss] (2007) — Autor — 8 exemplars
Gabriel Allen M.P. (1888) 8 exemplars
Among the Bushrangers (1906) 7 exemplars
All But Lost Vol. III (1869) 6 exemplars
The Boy Knight (Volume 2) (1986) 6 exemplars
All But Lost Vol. II (1869) 6 exemplars
The Boy Knight (Volume 1) (1986) 6 exemplars
Yule Logs (1903) 5 exemplars
The G.A. Henty Megapack (2013) 4 exemplars
Dash and Daring (1898) 3 exemplars
Yule Tide Yarns (1901) 3 exemplars
The Works of G.A. Henty (2010) 3 exemplars
All But Lost: A Novel (2012) 3 exemplars
A tale of the Peninsular war (1880) 2 exemplars
Bountiful Lady 2 exemplars
On the Track 2 exemplars
Boys Illustrated Annual (1894) 1 exemplars
The Queen's Cup 1 exemplars
Jeff Benson 1 exemplars
Yule Tide Yarns 1 exemplars
Over the Rockies. 1 exemplars
In Freedom's Cause, vol. 2 (1885) 1 exemplars
The Golden Cañon (2023) 1 exemplars
Grit and Go 1 exemplars
With Clive In India 1 exemplars
The Two Prisoners 1 exemplars
THE CORNET OF HORSE 1 exemplars
By Pike and Dyke 1 exemplars
An Editor's Yarns 1 exemplars
The Fall of Sebastopol (1892) 1 exemplars
Ranch in the Valley (1892) 1 exemplars
Brains and Bravery 1 exemplars
Hazard & Heroism (1904) — Col·laborador — 1 exemplars
Uncollected Stories 1 exemplars

Obres associades

Empire Writing: An Anthology of Colonial Literature 1870-1918 (1998) — Col·laborador — 84 exemplars
Chillers for Christmas (1989) — Col·laborador — 49 exemplars
Famous Stories of Five Centuries (1934) — Col·laborador — 4 exemplars
Venture and Valour (Rare Collector's Series) (1900) — Col·laborador — 2 exemplars

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jfranzone | Hi ha 4 ressenyes més | Feb 14, 2024 |
At the Point of a Bayonet: A Tale of the Mahratta War is an enthralling historical novel that transports readers to the tumultuous era of the Mahratta War in India. With vivid storytelling and meticulous attention to detail, the author paints a captivating picture of the conflict, immersing readers in the rich tapestry of colonial India.

The Author, George Alfred Henty (8 December 1832 – 16 November 1902) was an English novelist and war correspondent. He is most well-known for his works of adventure fiction and historical fiction, including The Dragon & The Raven (1886), For The Temple (1888), Under Drake's Flag (1883) and In Freedom's Cause (1885).

The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of British East India Company's expansion and their encounters with the formidable Mahratta Empire. Through the eyes of the central characters, we witness the clash of cultures, the intricate political landscape, and the high-stakes battles that shape the course of history.

The author's research is evident, as they expertly blend historical events and fictional elements to create a compelling story. The descriptions of the Indian landscape, the opulent palaces, and the sprawling battlefields are vivid and evocative, transporting readers back in time and immersing them in the sights, sounds, and smells of colonial India.

The characters in At the Point of a Bayonet are well-drawn and multifaceted, capturing the complexities and conflicts of their time. The protagonist's journey from a young and inexperienced soldier to a seasoned warrior offers a compelling arc, while the supporting cast adds depth and variety to the narrative. Their interactions, relationships, and personal struggles provide an emotional anchor that keeps readers engaged throughout the story.

The novel excels in depicting the intricacies of war and military strategy. The descriptions of battles, sieges, and skirmishes are intense and well-paced, conveying the chaos and adrenaline of combat. The author's attention to historical accuracy shines through in these scenes, offering a glimpse into the realities faced by soldiers on both sides of the conflict.

While the novel delivers a gripping tale of warfare and adventure, there are moments when the pacing feels uneven. Some sections of the story may feel slower compared to the more action-packed sequences. Additionally, certain characters and plot threads could have been further developed to enhance the overall depth of the narrative.

Nevertheless, At the Point of a Bayonet: A Tale of the Mahratta War is a captivating historical novel that will appeal to enthusiasts of military history and fans of adventure fiction. The author's ability to bring the past to life, coupled with the immersive setting and engaging characters, makes for an enjoyable and educational reading experience. Whether you have a keen interest in India's colonial history or simply appreciate a well-crafted historical adventure, this book is sure to transport you to a bygone era of conflict, courage, and the pursuit of empire.
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FallsGalloway | Jun 5, 2023 |
Klassisk indianbok av den massproducerade sorten. Utspelar sig under amerikanska frihetskriget
"...Bara dåliga nyheter, sade jägaren. Irokeserna har grävt upp stridsyxan igen. De har dödat och skalperat John Brent och hans familj.. Jag fick höra det av några jägare som jag träffade förra veckan. De sa att irokesernas hövding Krigsörnen har eggat upp dem - och han påstår att blekansiktena har trängt så långt in i deras jaktmarker att det gäller deras liv. De måste drivas tillbaka nu.
Welsh bleknade när han hörde det.
-John Brent dödad! Det låter ohyggligt. Är ni säker på att det verkligen är sant?
Alldeles säker sade pälsjägaren..."
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CalleFriden | Mar 5, 2023 |
Typical Henty novel. Boy has troubles. Boy has influential relative. Boy leaves home for an adventure (in this case, off to war). Boy sees adventure (in this case, the Crimean war). Boy does brave things, boy does risky things, boy gets captured, things work out. Boy meets girl. Boy saves someone's life. Boy has more adventure. Boy returns, does more brave things, saves more people's lives, lives through the adventure, heads home and is successful. Boy meets girl again. Boy gets married. Boy (and girl) live happily ever after.… (més)
 
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Jeffrey_G | Nov 22, 2022 |

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