Tom Burke Of Ours V2: A Novel (1887)

By Charles James Lever

Book Overview

Tom Burke of Ours is a novel written by Charles James Lever and originally published in 1844. This is the second volume of the book, published in 1887. The story follows the adventures of Tom Burke, a young Irishman who joins the British army and rises through the ranks to become a respected officer. Along the way, he encounters a variety of colorful characters and engages in battles and skirmishes across Europe. The book is a blend of historical fiction and adventure, set against the backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars. It is known for its lively prose, humorous tone, and vivid descriptions of military life. Overall, Tom Burke of Ours is a classic of 19th-century literature that offers a thrilling glimpse into the world of soldiers and warriors during a tumultuous period in European 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: 1120944554
• ISBN13: 9781120944559
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"