G. A. Henty

The Dragon and the Raven; Or, The Days of King Alfred (eBook, ePUB)

A Tale of Valiant Warriors and Tumultuous Times in Historic England

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In G. A. Henty's epic historical novel, 'The Dragon and the Raven; Or, The Days of King Alfred,' readers are transported back to the days of King Alfred the Great as he battles the invading Danes. Written in Henty's signature adventurous and action-packed style, this novel offers a thrilling narrative filled with battle scenes, political intrigue, and valiant heroism. The story is set against the backdrop of a tumultuous period in British history, providing readers with a vivid depiction of the struggles faced by King Alfred and his people. Henty's detailed descriptions and well-researched historical accuracy make this novel a captivating and educational read for all ages. This compelling tale not only entertains but also educates readers about an important chapter in English history, making it a valuable addition to any library. G. A. Henty's 'The Dragon and the Raven' is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction, adventure, or the legendary stories of King Alfred the Great.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 249
• Erscheinungstermin: 21. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664651815
• Artikelnr.: 58447702

Autorenporträt

English author and war correspondent George Alfred Henty lived from 8 December 1832 to 16 November 1902. He is most well-known for his historical fiction and adventure books, including The Dragon & The Raven (1886), For The Temple (1888), Under Drake's Flag (1883), and in Freedom's Cause (1883). (1885). He was a British journalist who served as G. A. Henty's war correspondent. He was raised in Cambridge and finished his education there at Gonville and Caius College. He continued to cover important wars that followed, such as the Italian and Austro-Italian Wars. He wrote 122 books, most of which were geared toward young readers. He also wrote non-fiction, adult fiction, and short tales. In Henty's stories, the main character is a boy or young man who is going through a challenging situation. His characters are consistently low-key, astute, courageous, truthful, and resourceful with a lot of "pluck." The date was put at the bottom of the title page of each of Henty's 122 historical fiction works in their first printings.