In The Whirl Of The Rising (1904)

von Bertram Mitford

360 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

In The Whirl Of The Rising is a historical novel written by Bertram Mitford and published in 1904. The story is set in South Africa during the Second Boer War, which lasted from 1899 to 1902. The plot revolves around the experiences of a group of English soldiers who are sent to fight against the Boer rebels.The novel follows the soldiers as they navigate the rugged terrain of South Africa and engage in intense battles with the Boer forces. Along the way, they encounter a variety of characters, including a Dutch farmer who sympathizes with the Boers and a young woman who becomes a love interest for one of the soldiers.As the war drags on, the soldiers face increasing hardships and danger. They must deal with harsh weather, disease, and the constant threat of attack from the Boers. Despite these challenges, they remain steadfast in their commitment to their country and their cause.In The Whirl Of The Rising is a thrilling and action-packed novel that provides a vivid portrayal of the Second Boer War. Mitford's writing is engaging and immersive, and he does an excellent job of capturing the spirit of the time and the experiences of the soldiers who fought in the conflict. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in military history or South African history.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.

• Themen: Belletristik Allgemein, nicht nach Genre
• ISBN: 9781120203021
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 24.09.2009
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC