Mr. Henty weaves into the record of Josephus an admirable and attractive story. The troubles in the district of Tiberias, the march of the legions, the sieges of Jotapata, of Gamala, and of Jerusalem, form the impressive and carefully studied historic setting to the figure of the lad who passes from the vineyard to the service of Josephus, becomes the leader of a guerrilla band of patriots, fights bravely for the Temple, and after a brief term of slavery at Alexandria, returns to his Galilean home with the favor of Titus.---11 illustrations with map/plan of the siege of Jerusalem

For the Temple: A Tale of the Fall of Jerusalem (Works of G. A. Henty)

Literature & Fiction

Henty, G.A.

Contemporary

Preston-Speed Pubns

Follows the exploits of a young nobleman as he takes part in the battles of King Alfred.

The dragon and the raven, or, The days of King Alfred

Children's Books

Fairy Tales, Folk Tales & Myths

In this story the author relates the stirring tale of the Scottish War of Independence. The extraordinary valor and personal prowess of Wallace and Bruce rival the deeds of the Mythical heroes of chivalry, and indeed at one time Wallace was ranked with these legendary personages. The researches of modern historians have shown, however, that he was a living, breathing man--- and a valiant champion. The hero of the tale fought under both Wallace and Bruce, and while the strictest historical accuracy has been maintained with respect to public events, the work is full of "hairbreadth 'scapes" and wild adventure.---12 illustrations

In Freedom's Cause: A Story of Wallace & Bruce (Works of G. A. Henty)

Biographies & Memoirs

Arts & Literature

The Dutch fight for freedom from Spain is seen through the eyes of a young hero.

By Pike & Dyke: A Tale of the Rise of the Dutch Republic (Works of G. A. Henty)

History

Publications, Preston/Speed

Brown, Maynard

Europe

English Bible Translations: By What Standard?

Einwechter, William O.

Religion & Spirituality

Young Philip Fletcher witnesses the struggles of the Huguenot Wars.

St. Bartholomew's Eve: A Tale of the Huguenot Wars (Works of G. A. Henty)

The conquest of Mexico by a small band of resolute men under the magnificent leadership of Cortez is always rightly ranked amongst the most romantic and daring exploits in history. With this as the ground-work of his story Mr. Henty has interwoven the adventures of an English youth, Roger Hawkshaw, the sole survivor of the good ship Swan, which had sailed from a Devon port to challenge the mercantile supremacy of the Spaniards in the New World. He is beset by many perils amongst the natives, but is saved by his own judgment and strength, and by the devotion of an Aztec princess. At last by a ruse he obtains the protection of the Spaniards, and after the fall of Mexico he succeeds in regaining his native shore, with a fortune and a charming Aztec bride.--- 10 illustrations, 2 maps

By Right of Conquest: Or, With Cortez in Mexico (Works of G. A. Henty)

Stacey, W. S.

Americas

Under Drake's flag: a tale of the Spanish Main

Young Ned Hearne shares in Francis Drake's adventures on the Spanish Main.

Under Drake's Flag: A Tale of the Spanish Main

Browne, Gordon

Chebron and his sister flee Egypt after the sacred cat of Bubastes is accidently killed.

The Cat of Bubastes: A Tale of Ancient Egypt (Works of G. A. Henty)

Henty,GA

Leaders & Notable People

From the creator of exciting, historically accurate fiction for young readers comes this tale of loyalty and courage in 11th-century Britain. Wulf and his best friend, Beorn, fight bravely for their Saxon king — capturing castles, rescuing shipwrecked survivors, repelling Viking invaders, and fighting the Battle of Hastings.

Wulf The Saxon: A Story of the Norman Conquest (Works of G. A. Henty)

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