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Set against the backdrop of the Ashanti War, the narrative follows Frank Hargate, a courageous young man working as an assistant to a naturalist in Africa. Captured by the formidable Ashanti tribe, Frank and his companion Mr. Goodenough witness harrowing events, including a brutal execution. Their daring escape back to British lines earns them hero status, with Frank receiving a medal for his valor. This engaging tale combines thrilling adventure with historical insights into the British Empire's expansion in Africa, appealing to a wide range of readers.
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By Sheer Pluck: A Tale Of The Ashanti War, George Alfred Henty
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- Released
- 2023
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- Language
- English
- Authors
- George Alfred Henty
- Publisher
- Double9 Books
- Released
- 2023
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 214
- ISBN13
- 9789358596915
- Series
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- Set against the backdrop of the Ashanti War, the narrative follows Frank Hargate, a courageous young man working as an assistant to a naturalist in Africa. Captured by the formidable Ashanti tribe, Frank and his companion Mr. Goodenough witness harrowing events, including a brutal execution. Their daring escape back to British lines earns them hero status, with Frank receiving a medal for his valor. This engaging tale combines thrilling adventure with historical insights into the British Empire's expansion in Africa, appealing to a wide range of readers.