Action-adventure novelist G. A. Henty was renowned for his ability to craft explosive, unexpected plot twists, and the mystery at the center of A Search for a Secret is a prime example of the author's top-notch narrative skills. When Agnes Ashleigh is unexpectedly bequeathed a fortune, she believes her life has changed for the better. But the two scheming sisters of her benefactor have other plans for the windfall that should rightfully be hers. Will Agnes prove her case before it's too late?
Get set for rip-roaring adventure in this collection of action-adventure short stories from renowned juvenile fiction scribe G. A. Henty. If there's a little one in your life who isn't fond of reading, this thrilling collection might just be the answer. Combining extensive historical research with fast-paced action, these stories are bound to enthrall even the most reluctant young reader.
Take a trip back in time to witness the turmoil that gripped ancient Rome when the great civilization was rent asunder by slave rebellions and regional conflicts between warring villages. This thrill-a-minute historical adventure focuses on the central character of Beric, a young Briton boy whose tribe has recently been brought under the power of the Roman Empire.
Readers young and old alike will get swept away with G. A. Henty's In Freedom's Cause: A Story of Wallace and Bruce. Set in the Wars of Scottish Independence, the novel follows a young man named Archie as he prepares for battle and meets up with several of the leaders in the movement. Packed with detailed battle scenes, this is historical fiction at its most exciting.
In 1832, amid the rough and tumble chaos of what is now Southern California, a brave sailor named William Harland saves a young man from Mexico from certain death when he is attacked by a roving band of marauders. The two become fast friends—and soon find themselves caught up in a deadly game of cat and mouse.
Get ready for gripping action-adventure with this collection of three tales from master of historical fiction G. A. Henty. The title story recounts a showdown between a crew of vicious Malay pirates and a Dutch squadron determined to put an end to their deadly reign of terror. Also included are the tales On the Track and A Frontier Girl.
Later in his career, author G. A. Henty would become world-famous for his gripping action-adventure novels. However, in this, one of his earliest publications, Henty provides a thrilling first-person account of his own experiences and observations as a war correspondent on the front lines of the Abyssinian Expedition to Ethiopia.
Inhalt: Es war eine bitterkalte Nacht im November des Jahres 1330. Es regnete in Strömen, als eine Frau mit einem Kind auf dem Arm das kleine Dorf Southwark betrat. Sie war offensichtlich von weit her gekommen, denn ihr Kleid war mit Flecken übersät und schlammig. Sie schwankte eher, als dass sie ging, und als sie bei ihrer Ankunft am Tor auf der Südseite der London Bridge feststellte, dass die Stunde vorbei und die Tore für die Nacht geschlossen waren, lehnte sie sich mit einem leisen Stöhnen der Erschöpfung und Enttäuschung gegen die Mauer. Nachdem sie einige Zeit wie im Zweifel verharrt hatte, bahnte sie sich mühsam ihren Weg ins Dorf. Hier gab es viele Vergnügungsstätten, denn Reisende wie sie kamen oft zu spät, um durch die Tore zu kommen, und mussten draußen übernachten. Außerdem waren die Mieten in der überfüllten Stadt teuer, und viele, die geschäftlich in der Stadt zu tun hatten, fanden es billiger, in den ruhigen Herbergen von Southwark unterzukommen, als in den teuren Gasthäusern innerhalb der Stadtmauern zu übernachten. Aus vielen Fenstern schienen helle Lichter zu kommen, und man hörte ausgelassenen Gesang und Gelächter. Die Frau ging an ihnen vorbei, ohne innezuhalten. Kurz darauf blieb sie vor einem Cottage stehen, von dem nur ein schwaches Licht zeigte, dass es bewohnt war. Umfang: 500 S. ISBN: 978-3-7389-8201-5
This collection highlights the best of British writer G. A. Henty's engaging style. Pairing the title novella, which is an inspiring rags-to-riches tale, with a solid collection of shorter stories, Sturdy and Strong will keep you interested until the last sentence.
Though he originally wrote for a younger audience, the action-adventure tales of author G.A. Henty are thrilling reads for all ages. This engaging volume collects a number of Henty's exotic and exciting stories that are sure to set your pulse racing.
Get swept away in this action-packed thriller set in ancient Egypt. The Cat of Bubastes follows the fortunes of the beleaguered young prince Amuba. Enslaved after an enemy invasion of his country, Amuba's fate is intertwined with that of a mystical cat-like creature. Will he ever find his freedom? This fast-paced book is the perfect addition to the library of young fans of Rick Riordan's work.
Accused of a foul crime, Ronald Mervyn flees Devonshire for South Africa with his reputation in tatters. Through a series of coincidences, he helps save a family from imminent disaster. Convinced of Mervyn's innocence and inherent goodness, those he rescues begin to work tirelessly to clear Mervyn's name. Will he ever escape the grip of the curse that has long bedeviled his family?
Set during the ninth-century reign of King Alfred the Great, The Dragon and the Raven unfurls the tale of young Edmund, a brave Saxon boy who enlists himself in the cause of pushing back the hordes of marauding invaders who threatened the nascent country's stability and survival during the era. Impeccably researched and extremely fast-paced, this book will please a broad swath of historical fiction fans.
A brave and much-lauded officer dies in battle, leaving his sizable fortune to his child, the sole heir. Soon afterwards, the child vanishes into thin air, arousing widespread suspicion that foul play is involved. Who stands to gain from this misdeed? An unlikely pair of amateur detectives steps up to the plate to find out.
Get ready for page-turning excitement in The Young Colonists, an action-adventure novel set during the colonial rule of South Africa. Hero Dick Humphries is called upon to serve in the effort to achieve harmony with the native inhabitants of the region. Fans of historical adventure will relish this gripping, richly detailed account.
Set during the turbulent period when the British were just beginning to make inroads into India, this gripping tale centers on a young merchant from England who sets off to make his fortune in the country. Although his original goal was financial gain, this youth finds himself at the center of the action where he tests his mettle and displays his valor and loyalty again and again.
History buffs will appreciate this unique take on the American Civil War. Written by popular English author G.A. Henty, the novel presents the conflict from the point of view of a soldier who has dedicated himself to the Confederate cause, although he is personally opposed to slavery. Though some of Henty's views on the underlying causes of the Civil War are somewhat controversial, this thoughtful and action-packed novel will engage fans of historical fiction.
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