Publisher's Synopsis
When London Burned is a historical novel by G. A. Henty that tells the story of the Great Fire of London in 1666. The novel follows the adventures of two young boys, Ralph and Jack, who witness the start of the fire and become involved in the efforts to put it out. Along the way, they encounter a cast of historical figures, including King Charles II, Samuel Pepys, and the Duke of York. The novel provides a vivid and detailed account of the fire, its causes, and its aftermath, as well as the social and political context of 17th-century London. Through the eyes of the two boys, readers experience the chaos and destruction of the fire, as well as the heroism and resilience of the people of London. Overall, When London Burned is a thrilling and informative historical novel that provides a fascinating glimpse into one of the most significant events in London's history.""I am a London citizen, Nellie, but I don't set up any special claim to respectability. I am a sea-captain, though that rascally Greek cannon-ball and other circumstances have made a trader of me, sorely against my will; and if I could not have my pipe and my glass of grog here I would go and sit with John Wilkes in the tavern at the corner of the street, and I suppose that would not be even as respectable as smoking here.""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.
