With Roberts To Pretoria: A Tale Of The South African War

By G.A. Henty

Book Overview

With Roberts To Pretoria: A Tale Of The South African War is a historical fiction book written by G.A. Henty. The story is set in the late 19th century during the Second Boer War in South Africa. The protagonist is a young British boy named Ronald who travels to South Africa to join the army and fight against the Boers. The book follows Ronald's experiences as he battles through the African terrain, faces danger and encounters new allies. The story is based on actual events that occurred during the war and provides a detailed account of the military tactics and strategies used during the conflict. The book also explores the political and social issues surrounding the war, including the tensions between the British and the Boers, and the impact of the war on the African people.As with many of Henty's books, the story is designed to educate young readers about history while also entertaining them with an exciting adventure story. The book is well-researched and provides an accurate portrayal of the events and people involved in the Second Boer War. Overall, With Roberts To Pretoria: A Tale Of The South African War is an engaging and informative read that offers a unique perspective on an important historical event. It is suitable for readers of all ages who are interested in history, adventure, and military fiction.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: 1163794813
• ISBN13: 9781163794814
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 408 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"