By England's Aid; Or, The Freeing Of The Netherlands

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G.A.Henty

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"By England's Aid; Or, the Freeing of the Netherlands, 1585-1604" is a captivating historical novel written by G.A. Henty. Set during a tumultuous period in European history, the book immerses readers in the gripping story of the Netherlands' struggle for independence from Spanish rule. The narrative follows a courageous young protagonist who finds themselves caught up in the political and military events of the time. With England's support, the Netherlands fights for freedom, facing daunting challenges and engaging in epic battles. G.A. Henty's vivid descriptions transport readers to the heart of the action, bringing to life the bravery, determination, and sacrifices of those involved. The novel seamlessly weaves together historical facts and fictional characters, offering a thrilling and educational reading experience. "By England's Aid" is a testament to the indomitable spirit of nations and individuals in the pursuit of liberty, making it a must-read for history enthusiasts and adventure lovers alike.

Author Biography:

English author and war correspondent George Alfred Henty lived from 8 December 1832 to 16 November 1902. He is most well-known for his historical fiction and adventure books, including The Dragon & The Raven (1886), For The Temple (1888), Under Drake's Flag (1883), and In Freedom's Cause (1883). (1885). He was a British journalist who served as G. A. Henty's war correspondent. He was raised in Cambridge and finished his education there at Gonville and Caius College. He continued to cover important wars that followed, such as the Italian and Austro-Italian Wars. He wrote 122 books, most of which were geared toward young readers. He also wrote non-fiction, adult fiction, and short tales. In Henty's stories, the main character is a boy or young man who is going through a challenging situation. His characters are consistently low-key, astute, courageous, truthful, and resourceful with a lot of "pluck." The date was put at the bottom of the title page of each of Henty's 122 historical fiction works in their first printings.

Release date Australia

July 1st, 2023

Author

G.A.Henty

Pages

270

Audience

General (US: Trade)

Dimensions

140x216x15

ISBN-13

9789359392813

Product ID

38472189

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