The Young Carthaginian (eBook, ePUB) - Henty, G. A.
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Historical novel, set during the Punic Wars between Carthage and Rome. The Preface begins: "When I was a boy at school, if I remember rightly, our sympathies were generally with the Carthaginians as against the Romans. Why they were so, except that one generally sympathizes with the unfortunate, I do not quite know; certainly we had but a hazy idea as to the merits of the struggle and knew but little of its events, for the Latin and Greek authors, which serve as the ordinary textbooks in schools, do not treat of the Punic wars. That it was a struggle for empire at first, and latterly one for…mehr

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Historical novel, set during the Punic Wars between Carthage and Rome. The Preface begins: "When I was a boy at school, if I remember rightly, our sympathies were generally with the Carthaginians as against the Romans. Why they were so, except that one generally sympathizes with the unfortunate, I do not quite know; certainly we had but a hazy idea as to the merits of the struggle and knew but little of its events, for the Latin and Greek authors, which serve as the ordinary textbooks in schools, do not treat of the Punic wars. That it was a struggle for empire at first, and latterly one for existence
on the part of Carthage, that Hannibal was a great and skilful general, that he defeated the Romans at Trebia, Lake Trasimenus, and Cannae, and all but took Rome, and that the Romans behaved with bad faith and great cruelty at the capture of Carthage,
represents, I think, pretty nearly the sum total of our knowledge." According to Wikipedia: "George Alfred Henty (8 December 1832 - 16 November 1902), referred to as G. A. Henty, was a prolific English novelist, special correspondent, and Imperialist born in Trumpington, Cambridgeshire, England. He is best known for his historical adventure stories that were popular in the late 19th century. His works include Out on the Pampas (1871), The Young Buglers (1880), With Clive in India (1884) and Wulf the Saxon (1895)."

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G. A. Henty, born George Alfred Henty on December 8, 1832, in Trumpington, near Cambridge, was a prolific English novelist and a special correspondent. Henty's literary career, marked by his adept storytelling and meticulously researched historical contexts, spanned over multiple decades during which he became famous for his adventure novels that entertained and educated a generation of young readers. His works are characterized by their detailed and immersive depictions of historical events, often involving a young protagonist who exhibits courage and integrity in the face of challenges. One of his notable novels, 'The Young Carthaginian: A Story of The Times of Hannibal', exemplifies his narrative style, transporting readers to the Punic Wars through the eyes of a young hero, Malchus. The book was not only regarded as a thrilling adventure but also served as a historical document that presented an era with accuracy and intrigue. Henty's published corpus includes over 70 books, reflecting his versatility in traversing different historical periods and locations. These works continue to be celebrated for their capacity to engage the imagination of readers while instilling a sense of adventure and a passion for history. Henty passed away on November 16, 1902, but his legacy endures through his novels, which remain enduring favourites and valuable resources for those interested in historical narratives.