Narrative of the Life and Travels of Serjeant B—— by Robert Butler
"Narrative of the Life and Travels of Serjeant B—" by Robert Butler is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The work recounts the life experiences and travels of an individual in the military, detailing his upbringing, enlistment, and various hardships faced during his service. The narrative provides insights into the social and personal challenges of a common soldier, often reflecting on themes of faith, resilience, and human connection. The
opening of the narrative introduces the author’s background, beginning with his humble beginnings as a child in Peebles, Scotland. The passage describes his education under the care of his grandparents and the strong moral and religious foundation instilled in him during this formative period. Butler shares the struggles he faced as a young boy, including various jobs, the hardships of poverty, and the eventual decision to enlist in the army, highlighting pivotal moments that shaped his character and choices. This intimate glimpse into his early life sets the stage for the broader adventures and trials he encounters throughout his military career. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Author | Butler, Robert, 1784- |
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Title | Narrative of the Life and Travels of Serjeant B—— |
Note | Reading ease score: 57.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
Credits | E-text prepared by the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org) |
Language | English |
LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
Subject | India -- Description and travel |
Subject | Butler, Robert, 1784- -- Travel -- India |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 45531 |
Release Date | Apr 29, 2014 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads | 151 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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