A Search For A Secret A Novel Vol. II - Couverture souple

Henty, G A

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9367148852 ISBN 13 : 9789367148853

Editeur : Double 9 Books LLP, 2024

Synopsis

A Search for a Secret: A Novel Vol. II by G. A. Henty continues the thrilling adventure and historical fiction narrative introduced in the first volume. In this second installment, the young protagonist remains deeply engaged in a complex quest for a hidden secret. The novel delves further into the mysteries and challenges of exploration, set against the backdrop of the colonial era. The story features an exciting treasure hunt, with the protagonist facing new conflicts and obstacles that test their resolve and ingenuity. Henty's masterful depiction of historical settings enriches the narrative, providing a vivid portrayal of the period while maintaining suspense and intrigue. As the quest unfolds, character growth becomes a central theme, highlighting the protagonist's development through their experiences. Volume II builds on the foundations of the first book, offering readers a captivating blend of adventure, mystery, and historical detail as the search for the secret intensifies.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

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.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Double 9 Books LLP
• Date d'édition: 2024
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9367148852
• ISBN 13: 9789367148853
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 128
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