War Drums (1899)

By Louis Edward Scharkie

Book Overview

War Drums is a historical novel written by Louis Edward Scharkie in 1899. The story is set in the late 1800s and follows the adventures of a young American soldier named Jack Norton. Jack is sent to the Philippines to fight against the Spanish and Filipino rebels during the Spanish-American War. Along the way, he meets a beautiful Filipina woman named Maria, who becomes his love interest. As Jack fights in the war, he begins to question the reasons behind the conflict and the morality of his actions. He also becomes disillusioned with the American military and government, as he witnesses their mistreatment of the Filipino people. Despite these doubts, Jack remains committed to his duty and fights bravely in the face of danger.War Drums is a thrilling tale of war, love, and political intrigue. It offers a unique perspective on the Spanish-American War and the American occupation of the Philippines. The novel is filled with vivid descriptions of battles, landscapes, and characters, making it an engaging read for history buffs and adventure lovers alike.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: 1165757842
• ISBN13: 9781165757848
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 102 Pages
• Weight: 0.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"