Only An Ensign V1 - Grant, James
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Only An Ensign V1: A Tale Of The Retreat From Cabul is a historical fiction novel written by James Grant and first published in 1871. The story takes place during the First Anglo-Afghan War and follows the experiences of a young British ensign named George Lawrence. Lawrence is sent to Afghanistan to fight alongside his fellow soldiers, but soon finds himself caught up in the chaos and violence of war. As the British forces begin their retreat from Kabul, Lawrence is separated from his unit and must navigate the treacherous terrain alone. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters, both…mehr

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Only An Ensign V1: A Tale Of The Retreat From Cabul is a historical fiction novel written by James Grant and first published in 1871. The story takes place during the First Anglo-Afghan War and follows the experiences of a young British ensign named George Lawrence. Lawrence is sent to Afghanistan to fight alongside his fellow soldiers, but soon finds himself caught up in the chaos and violence of war. As the British forces begin their retreat from Kabul, Lawrence is separated from his unit and must navigate the treacherous terrain alone. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters, both friend and foe, and must use all of his wits and courage to survive. The novel provides a vivid and detailed account of the harsh realities of war and the toll it takes on those who fight it. It is a gripping tale of adventure, bravery, and survival that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.In Three Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
Autorenporträt
James Grant, born on August 1, 1822, changed into a Scottish creator famend for his prolific contributions to literature, specially within the genres of historic fiction, journey, and military narratives. His early years had been steeped in a navy environment due to his father's profession in the British navy, which significantly stimulated Grant's writing. Grant's literary profession flourished at some stage in the 19th century, marked via a high-quality output of extra than 90 novels, regularly published under various pseudonyms inclusive of Harry Gringo and Lawrence L. Lynch. His works were recognized for his or her bright portrayal of navy life, regularly drawing from his firsthand reviews and historic activities. "Adventures of an Aide-de-Camp" is certainly one of his remarkable works, depicting memories of navy adventures and reflecting Grant's intimate information of military existence. His writing style changed into characterized via particular descriptions, intricate plots, and a penchant for ancient accuracy, making his narratives compelling and engaging. Grant's literary achievements solidified his reputation as a prominent figure in nineteenth-century literature, and his have an impact on at the style of military fiction stays huge to this day. He continued to jot down and publish till his passing on May 5, 1887, leaving in the back of a wealthy legacy of gripping storytelling and historic insight.