The Lost Heir by G. A. Henty
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| Author | Henty, G. A. (George Alfred), 1832-1902 |
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| Title | The Lost Heir |
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| Summary | "The Lost Heir" by G. A. Henty is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The book explores adventurous themes set against the backdrop of British India and its colonial military operations, focusing on the life and actions of various characters, particularly spotlighting a young man named John Simcoe, who bravely saves a General from a tiger attack. The opening of the novel introduces readers to a tense scene in a military cantonment where soldiers gather to learn of the fate of General Mathieson, gravely injured after a tiger attack. The narrative is shared through conversations among the soldiers, revealing the respect the General commands due to his selfless nature and rapport with the men. Another character, Mr. Simcoe, emerges as a gallant figure, having risked his life to save the General but suffering serious injuries in the process. As news of the incident spreads, hints of camaraderie and themes of bravery are established, setting a gripping tone for the rest of the story that will unfold around these characters’ lives and fates. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | England -- Fiction |
| Subject | Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Kidnapping -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Nurses -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Inheritance and succession -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Diligence -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Success -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Courage -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Murder -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | India -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | War -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Wills -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Impostors and imposture -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Forgers -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Youth -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 36975 |
| Release Date | Aug 5, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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