The Queen's Highway And Other Lyrics Of The War, 1899-1900 (1900)

By John Huntley Skrine

Book Overview

The Queen's Highway and Other Lyrics of the War, 1899-1900 is a collection of poems written by John Huntley Skrine during the Second Boer War. Skrine was a British army officer who served in South Africa during the conflict, and his poems reflect his experiences and observations of the war. The collection includes poems about battles, soldiers, and the landscapes of South Africa, as well as reflections on the human cost of war. Skrine's writing is characterized by its vivid imagery and emotional depth, and his poems offer a unique perspective on the Boer War and its impact on those who fought in it. Published in 1900, The Queen's Highway and Other Lyrics of the War is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the experiences of soldiers during this pivotal moment in British history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163958271
• ISBN13: 9781163958278
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 58 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"