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"With Frederick the Great" by G.A. Henty is a historical novel that transports readers into the tumultuous era of 18th-century Europe, focusing on the life and exploits of Frederick II, King of Prussia. Through the eyes of the protagonist, Eustace Lyle, a young British officer,... Read Full Overview

G.A. Henty was a 19th century British novelist known for historical action and adventure books, many of which were best sellers in his day. Even today, classics like The Dragon & The Raven (1886), For The Temple (1888), Under Drake's Flag (1883) and In Freedom's Cause (1885)... Read Full Overview

It was early in 1756 that a Scottish trader, from Edinburgh, entered the port of Stettin. Among the few passengers was a tall young Scotch lad, Fergus Drummond by name. Though scarcely sixteen, he stood five feet ten in height; and it was evident, from his broad shoulders and... Read Full Overview

Reproduction of the original: With Frederick the Great by G.A. Henty

The Seven Years' War was a world war fought between 1754 and 1763, the main conflict occurring in the seven-year period from 1756 to 1763. It involved every European great power of the time except the Ottoman Empire, spanning five continents, and affected Europe, the Americas,... Read Full Overview

The historical adventure book "With Frederick the Great: A Story of the Seven Years' War" was written by G. A. Henty. The narrative centers on a young protagonist who enlists in the Prussian army led by Frederick the Great and is subsequently drawn into the conflict. Readers... Read Full Overview

Complete and unabridged paperback edition.

First published in 1897.