Saddle And Sabre - Smart, Hawley
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Saddle and Sabre is a novel written by Hawley Smart and originally published in 1888. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the adventures of two British army officers, Captain George Upton and Lieutenant Edward Herries, as they navigate life in India during the British Raj.The novel is divided into three parts, each focusing on a different aspect of the officers' lives. The first part introduces the characters and their military duties, as well as their social lives in the British expat community. The second part takes a darker turn, as the officers become embroiled in a…mehr

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Saddle and Sabre is a novel written by Hawley Smart and originally published in 1888. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the adventures of two British army officers, Captain George Upton and Lieutenant Edward Herries, as they navigate life in India during the British Raj.The novel is divided into three parts, each focusing on a different aspect of the officers' lives. The first part introduces the characters and their military duties, as well as their social lives in the British expat community. The second part takes a darker turn, as the officers become embroiled in a murder investigation and face danger from both Indian rebels and corrupt British officials. The final part sees the officers facing personal and professional challenges as they try to navigate the complex political and social landscape of colonial India.Throughout the novel, Smart explores themes of duty, honor, loyalty, and the clash of cultures between the British and Indian peoples. He also provides vivid descriptions of the landscape, culture, and customs of India, making the novel a fascinating historical document as well as an entertaining adventure story.Overall, Saddle and Sabre is a gripping tale of adventure, intrigue, and romance set against the backdrop of colonial India. It offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era and is sure to appeal to fans of historical fiction and adventure stories alike.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.
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Autorenporträt
An avid British writer Hawley Smart was majorly known for his sporting and adventurous journey in the racing industry, particularly around horse riding. His novels mostly centred on the racing industry and complex situations faced by people. Hawley was born in England and belongs to a family having a background in the manufacturing industry. Very soon, Smart's career fold towards writing novels and transformed the excitement and drama of horse racing. He had a great connection and love with the horse racing industry. His popularity during the late 19th century shows his detailed and realistic viewpoint of the racing world and the addition of jockeys' lives, trainers and energetic characters involved in the sport. Along with this, his notable and finest work involves "Belles and Ringers" and "The Outsider: A Sporting Romance". His writing mostly comprises amazing elements of romance, adventure and sporting life. However, his novels also elaborate on the dynamics of social changes and challenges faced in real life. He might not be remembered today but has made progressive contributions towards the foremost literary landscape of the 19th century with a niche of sporting culture.