This meticulously edited adventure collection contains tales of fair medieval knights known throughout the world for their honor and chivalry. This edition includes: Winning His Spurs: A Tale of the Crusades St. George For England: A Tale of Cressy and Poitiers The Lion of St. Mark: A Story of Venice in the Fourteenth Century At Agincourt: A Tale of the White Hoods of Paris A Knight of the White Cross: A Tale of the Siege of Rhodes

The Dragon and the Raven by G.A. Henty is about the tale of Edmund and King Alfred who must go to war against invaders to save the future of England. Excerpt: "Living in the present days of peace and tranquillity it is difficult to picture the life of our ancestors in the days of King Alfred, when the whole country was for years overrun by hordes of pagan barbarians, who slaughtered, plundered, and destroyed at will. You may gain, perhaps, a fair conception of the state of things if you imagine that at the time of the great mutiny the English population of India approached that of the natives...

"Tales from the Works of G. A. Henty" is a volume of selections of excerpted stories from the tales of George Alfred Henty. He was a talented English novelist and a war correspondent and is celebrated for his historical adventure stories that were famous in the late 19th century. G. A. Henty's popularity inspired other writers to try writing adventure stories in his style. His best-known works generally revolved around a boy or young man living in troubled times. Henty's main leads, which sometimes included young ladies, were smart, brave, honest, and modest. Contents include: The Mate's...

Held Fast For England: A Tale of the Siege of Gibraltar (1779-83) is a novel by G. A. Henty. A youthful foundling is sent to Gibraltar and shortly after his arrival the island is sieged by French and Spanish forces.

With Clive in India; Or, The Beginnings of an Empire is a book by G. A. Henty. It celebrates the life of Major-General Robert Clive, who was the first British Governor of the Bengal Presidency.

The Dragon and The Raven is a tale of England before it was England, back in the days when the Saxons were dealing with the raiding Vikings during the 9th century. The story follows young Edmund who is forced, at only fourteen years of age, to become a warrior and defend his land. Edmund becomes a member of a crew on the ship called The Dragon and they bravely fight several battles with Vikings, with Edmund going through numerous perilous adventures in the process of fighting the Norsemen off, including being captured and having an odd romance with the daughter of the enemy.

In 'The Chapters of Sea Adventures' by G. A. Henty, readers are transported back to the 19th century where they follow the gripping tales of seafarers facing daring challenges on the high seas. Henty's literary style shines through in his detailed descriptions of nautical life and his ability to weave historical facts seamlessly into the narrative. This book exemplifies the adventure genre prevalent during Henty's time, appealing to readers who enjoy vivid storytelling and historical accuracy. A sense of patriotism and duty resonates throughout the book, reflecting Henty's own beliefs and the...

The story revolves around Vincent Wingfield, young farmer who lost his father and whose mother is in charge of an estate called the Orangery. Vincent is preparing to take over the reins when he came of age but the war starts and he joins the fights for the Confederate States of America, even though he is against slavery. Vincent leaves the overseer Jonas Pearson, notorious for being the tyrant, in charge of the Orangery. Vincent gets to taste of action at Bull Run and from that point he works his way up through many adventures, meeting all the major Southern figures of that time such as...

Set in ancient Egypt, G. A. Henty's 'The Cat of Bubastes' is a captivating historical novel that follows the adventures of a young prince, Amuba, who is captured and taken as a slave after the defeat of his father's army. Through vivid descriptions and engaging storytelling, Henty paints a vivid picture of life in ancient Egypt, complete with political intrigue, cultural rituals, and the power struggles of the time. The novel's literary style blends suspenseful action sequences with rich historical detail, making it a compelling read for both young adult and adult audiences. Henty's...

Unlike most novels about Napoleonic wars, Henty gives a vivid picture of the horrors of war, sufferings of people who take part in the battles at the extreme weather conditions, whether it is a severe Russian winter or a burning heat of the Sahara Desert. Thus, a reader gets to know the real price of victory and defeat. "Through the Russian Snows" gives a detailed account of the battles near Smolensk and Borodino. Yet, the reader is entertained by surprising plot curves and a happy ending with a taste of bitter engrossment. The story tells about two separated brothers who meet at the...