Publisher's Synopsis
The Abduction V3: Or The Adventures Of Major Sarney is a novel written by Charles Knight and published in 1825. The book follows the thrilling adventures of Major Sarney, a British soldier who is kidnapped and taken to the Ottoman Empire. The story is set in the late 18th century, during a time of political instability and conflict between the Ottoman Empire and European powers.The novel begins with Major Sarney being kidnapped by Ottoman pirates and taken to Istanbul, where he is sold into slavery. Despite the harsh conditions of slavery, Sarney manages to escape and begins a journey across the Ottoman Empire, encountering various adventures along the way.Throughout the book, Sarney encounters a range of characters, from wealthy Ottoman merchants to British spies and soldiers. He also becomes embroiled in political intrigue and espionage, as he attempts to uncover a plot to overthrow the Ottoman government.The Abduction V3: Or The Adventures Of Major Sarney is a thrilling adventure story that combines elements of historical fiction, romance, and action. It is a fascinating glimpse into the world of the Ottoman Empire and the political and social tensions of the time. The book is a classic example of 19th-century adventure fiction and remains a popular read for those interested in historical fiction and adventure stories.In Three Volumes.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.
