Publisher's Synopsis
""A Chapter of Adventures: Or Through The Bombardment of Alexandria"" is a historical fiction novel written by George Alfred Henty and first published in 1891. The story is set during the late 19th century and follows the adventures of a young British boy named Harry, who finds himself caught up in the midst of the Anglo-Egyptian War of 1882.As the British fleet bombards the city of Alexandria, Harry is separated from his family and forced to navigate his way through the chaos and danger of the war-torn city. Along the way, he meets a group of brave Egyptian rebels who are fighting for their country's independence, and together they embark on a series of thrilling adventures and daring escapes.Through Harry's eyes, readers are given a vivid and detailed account of the events leading up to the war, as well as the key battles and skirmishes that took place during the conflict. Henty's meticulous research and attention to historical detail make this book an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of the Anglo-Egyptian War, while the fast-paced action and engaging characters make it a thrilling adventure story that will appeal to readers of all ages.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.
