G. A. Henty

Broschiertes Buch

With Clive in India

The Beginnings of an Empire

Beschreibung

When young Charlie Marryat and his friend, Peters, join the East India Company (EIC) as clerks, little do they know what adventure awaits them. Once in India, the pair meets Robert Clive, an employee of the EIC who proves to be a gifted military leader. Charlie and Peters follow Clive as he leads in the fight against the French in order to protect British interests. Along the way Charlie forms lasting bonds with an Irishman, Tim, and an Indian, Hossein. Will Clive be able to defeat the determined French? Will Charlie and his friends survive the threat of war, tigers and the Black Hole of Calcutta? These questions and more will be answered in G. A. Henty's With Clive in India: or, the Beginnings of an Empire. Set in mid-eighteenth century India, Sri Lanka and England, this book includes more than 120 geographical, historical, and explanatory footnotes to aid the modern reader.

Autor

George Alfred Henty was an English novelist and war correspondent, renowned for his adventure and historical fiction. Born on December 8, 1832, in Trumpington, Cambridge, he developed a passion for storytelling early in life. Henty's career was diverse; he served as a war correspondent during the Crimean War and later in South Africa, which significantly influenced his writing. His experiences in these regions provided the foundation for many of his novels, where he vividly depicted historical events and the bravery of his characters. Henty's best-known works include The Dragon & The Raven, For The Temple, Under Drake's Flag, and In Freedom's Cause. His novels often revolve around young protagonists who demonstrate courage, perseverance, and a sense of honor in the face of adversity. Henty was married to Elizabeth Funicane, with whom he had a family. He died on November 16, 1902, at the age of 69 in Weymouth, England. His legacy remains strong, as his works continue to be celebrated for their detailed historical settings and adventurous plots, offering readers a glimpse into significant moments of the past through the eyes of young heroes.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Alpha Editions
• Seitenzahl: 346
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Oktober 2017
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 20mm
• Gewicht: 489g
• ISBN-13: 9789386686626
• ISBN-10: 9386686627
• Artikelnr.: 58295938