| Author |
Henty, G. A. (George Alfred), 1832-1902 |
| Illustrator |
Young, F. T. |
| Title |
The Young Franc Tireurs, and Their Adventures in the Franco-Prussian War
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 78.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Martin Robb
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| Summary |
"The Young Franc Tireurs and Their Adventures in the Franco-Prussian War" by G. A. Henty is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. It explores the experiences of the franc tireurs, volunteer troops in France during the Franco-Prussian War, focusing on young characters like Ralph and Percy Barclay, who are drawn into the conflict despite their age. The narrative presents a mix of personal adventure and historical events, offering insights into the tumultuous period of war and national pride in France. The beginning of the story sets the stage for the impending war, showcasing the excitement and anxiety in the town of Dijon as news of conflict with Prussia spreads. Ralph and Percy, English boys living in France, engage in discussions about the possible outcomes of the war, revealing a mix of patriotism and youthful optimism. As their father, Captain Barclay, expresses his doubts about France's military readiness, the boys are determined to join the franc tireurs, leading to a poignant farewell with their family. The opening chapters vividly illustrate the fervent atmosphere of anticipation leading up to the war and the boys' motivations as they prepare to fight for their adopted country. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Franco-Prussian War, 1870-1871 -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
22060 |
| Release Date |
Jul 13, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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