Manville Fenn George

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Charge! A Story of Briton and Boer

Beschreibung

"Charge! A story of Briton and Boer" penned by using George Manville Fenn affords a spell binding tale set towards the backdrop of the Anglo-Boer war in South Africa. The narrative unfolds inside the overdue 19th century, focusing at the studies of Dick King, a younger Englishman, who unearths himself embroiled inside the conflict among the British and the Boers. The story follows Dick's adventure as he navigates the complexities of struggle, grappling with the adversities, demanding situations, and moral dilemmas that arise amidst the tumultuous setting. Fenn intricately weaves the realities of struggle, depicting the conflict of cultures and ideologies thru shiny descriptions and attractive storytelling. The novel delves into topics of courage, honor, and the human spirit amidst the chaos of conflict, providing a gripping portrayal of the struggles confronted via individuals on each facets of the war. Fenn skillfully captures the tensions and emotions of the technology, offering a compelling narrative that explores the intricacies of warfare and the effect it has on the lives of these involved. "charge! A tale of Briton and Boer" stands as a testament to Fenn's storytelling prowess, delivering an evocative and immersive account of a turbulent historic period, shooting the essence of bravery, sacrifice, and the human revel in at some point of instances of battle.

Autor

George Manville Fenn was a prolific English novelist, journalist, editor and educationalist. He was born in Pimlico, London, on January 3, 1831. He was largely self-educated, teaching himself French, German and Italian. After studying at Battersea Training College for Teachers (1851-1854), he became the master of a national school at Alford, Lincolnshire. Fenn began writing stories and articles for magazines and newspapers in the early 1850s. His first novel, The Old Forest Ranger, was published in 1856. He went on to write over 100 novels, many of which were written for young adults. His novels were popular and well-received, and he was one of the most successful writers of his time. Fenn was also a journalist and editor. He worked for several newspapers and magazines, including The Boy's Own Paper, which he edited from 1866 to 1874. He was a strong advocate for education and literacy, and he worked to improve the quality of children's literature. Fenn died in Isleworth, England, on August 26, 1909.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 310
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. November 2023
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 17mm
• Gewicht: 393g
• ISBN-13: 9789359957289
• ISBN-10: 9359957283
• Artikelnr.: 69757340