While hunting in India, General Mathieson escaped certain death when a courageous young man, John Simcoe, disrupt a tiger attack. Believed to have perished on a ship lost at sea some time later, the general is surprised and much pleased When Simcoe reappears in England twenty years later. However, Mathieson's niece Hilda Covington suspects that Simcoe may not be the man he claims to be. When the general's will is changed shortly before his suspicious death and the rightful heir, young master Walter is kidnapped, Hilda and her good friend Netta make it their mission unravel the mystery of John...
While hunting in India, General Mathieson escaped certain death when a courageous young man, John Simcoe, disrupt a tiger attack. Believed to have per...
The Cat of Bubastes, A Tale of Ancient Egypt is a historical novel for young people by British author G.A. Henty. It is the story of a young prince who becomes a slave when the Egyptians conquer his people, he becomes a fugitive when he accidentally kills a sacred cat.
The Cat of Bubastes, A Tale of Ancient Egypt is a historical novel for young people by British author G.A. Henty. It is the story of a young prince wh...
When Roger Hankshaw boards the merchant ship Swan for a perilous journey to the New World, little does the young Englishman know what adventure awaits him. After a shipwreck strands him in Pre-Columbian Mexico, Roger must find a way to avoid becoming one of the many human sacrifices offered to the Aztec gods. Proving himself to be honorable and trustworthy, Roger builds enduring friendships with many of the natives. Later, when the Spanish noble and explorer Hernando Cortez arrives, Roger is placed in a difficult position. How can an Englishman explain his presence in Mexico? Cortez, with a...
When Roger Hankshaw boards the merchant ship Swan for a perilous journey to the New World, little does the young Englishman know what adventure awaits...
When young Charlie Marryat and his friend, Peters, join the East India Company (EIC) as clerks, little do they know what adventure awaits them. Once in India, the pair meets Robert Clive, an employee of the EIC who proves to be a gifted military leader. Charlie and Peters follow Clive as he leads in the fight against the French in order to protect British interests. Along the way Charlie forms lasting bonds with an Irishman, Tim, and an Indian, Hossein. Will Clive be able to defeat the determined French? Will Charlie and his friends survive the threat of war, tigers and the Black Hole of...
When young Charlie Marryat and his friend, Peters, join the East India Company (EIC) as clerks, little do they know what adventure awaits them. Once i...
The debate over States rights has reached a boiling point, the Rebel states are planning an attempt to secede from the Union, and war is imminent Share a fictional young Virginian's experience as, Vincent Wingfield, joins the Confederate army. During this adventure, you will learn why the Confederates were blessed with great leaders and how they confronted incredible odds as they fought against the economic advantage and sheer manpower of the Union. With a backdrop of the U.S. Civil War and Lee in Virginia, this tale is a wonderful mix of adventure and history. This is a story of excellent...
The debate over States rights has reached a boiling point, the Rebel states are planning an attempt to secede from the Union, and war is imminent Sha...
True to the Old Flag: A Tale of the American War of Independence by G.A. Henty tells the story of the The American Revolution form the perspective of a young British loyalist, Harold Wilson. Henty succeeds in showing both American determination and English resolve in the bitter conflict. In this story you will learn why Canada almost became part of the United States. You will also learn why European powers joined the Patriot cause after an American defeat at Germantown. You will meet many leaders from both sides of the conflict, including Cornwallis, Washington, Arnold, Gage, Pulaski, Gates,...
True to the Old Flag: A Tale of the American War of Independence by G.A. Henty tells the story of the The American Revolution form the perspective of ...
When the English King Edward I attempts to assert his authority over all of Scotland, a young noble by the name of Archie Forbes, answers the call to defend his homeland. Archie joins the great leader William Wallace, who galvanizes the Scottish resistance. Treachery soon thwarts the growing movement and it appears that the English are in Scotland to stay. Archie encourages Robert the Bruce to take up the Scottish cause and attempt to free Scotland. Along the way Archie is imprisoned by a jealous Scottish noble, experiences a violent storm at sea and seeks to rescue a bonnie maiden. Will...
When the English King Edward I attempts to assert his authority over all of Scotland, a young noble by the name of Archie Forbes, answers the call to ...
When meek Herbert Penfold makes an unexpectedly bold decision to leave his estate to the son of the woman he loved as a youth, his jealous sisters set about to make certain it does not happen. The lad, Ralph Conway, develops a close friendship with Mr. Penfold, but as he approaches manhood, he joins the British Army and is sent to join the fight against Napoleon Bonaparte, one of history's greatest generals. While Ralph is gone, Mr. Penfold passes away and his last will and testament is nowhere to be found. Will Ralph survive the Battle of Waterloo and the great fight against Napoleon? Can...
When meek Herbert Penfold makes an unexpectedly bold decision to leave his estate to the son of the woman he loved as a youth, his jealous sisters set...
When Wilfrid Gilmore is orphaned, he is welcomed in by the local clergyman, whose daughter takes notice and teaches him to read and write. When trouble arises in their small fishing village, Wilfrid leaves to join the Royal Navy. Wilfrid's ability to study, along with his determination and hard work, ensures that he is soon moving up in rank. Join Wilfrid and his friends, Tom and Dimchurch, as they share adventures battling pirates (in the West Indies), and the French (in several famous battles). Read on as they meet one of Great Britain's greatest naval heroes: Horatio Nelson. Set against...
When Wilfrid Gilmore is orphaned, he is welcomed in by the local clergyman, whose daughter takes notice and teaches him to read and write. When troubl...
