Publisher's Synopsis
""The Young Recruit Or The Adventures Of A Drummer Boy: A Story Of The Russian Campaign"" is a historical fiction novel written by Gustav Nieritz and first published in 1866. The story follows the adventures of a young boy named Fritz, who becomes a drummer boy in the Prussian army during the Russian campaign of 1812. Through his eyes, the reader experiences the harsh realities of war, including battles, injuries, and the loss of friends. Despite the challenges, Fritz remains determined to do his duty and serve his country. Along the way, he forms a close bond with his fellow soldiers and learns valuable lessons about courage, loyalty, and sacrifice. The novel offers a vivid portrayal of life during the Napoleonic Wars and is a compelling read for anyone interested in military history or coming-of-age stories.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.
