Under Two Flags, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint): A Story of the Household and the Desert - Couverture souple

Ouida Ouida

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1330069706 ISBN 13 : 9781330069707

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

A sharp, daring portrait of a vivandiere and the soldiers who live and fight on the edge of empire.

In this vivid slice of the Army of Africa, a bold young woman known as Cigarette moves through heat, noise, and danger with fearless wit and a dancer’s grace. Her world blends camp bravado with tender loyalties, where jokes, oaths, and brandy mingle under the moonlit stars of colonial life. The story threads through cabarets, sieges, and quiet moments of camaraderie, revealing how courage and charm can both defend a life lived on the line and mask a deeper ache.

Set against the glitter and grit of late-19th century campaigns, the tale follows soldiers and officers, rebels and beloved misfits, as they navigate duty, honor, and the pull of home. The cast is memorable, from the loyal yet impulsive Rake to Cecil’s steady leadership, and the fierce, reckless grace of Cigarette herself. Expect brisk dialogue, rugged landscape, and a portrait of loyalty that can be as unyielding as desert wind or as tender as a shared song after the drums fade.

• Dynamic characters with sharp humor and fierce loyalties


• Vivid scenes of life in Africa and the sounds of a marching camp


• Themes of duty, courage, and the costs of war


• A blend of romance, grit, and political intrigue that drives the story

Ideal for readers who enjoy historicalAdventure with bold heroines, complex friendships, and stories of soldiers who live by their own code.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1330069706
• ISBN 13: 9781330069707
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 328
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