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Title: George Alfred Henty: The Story of an Active Life
Credits: Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary: "The Story of an Active Life" by George Manville Fenn is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. The text focuses on the life and experiences of George Alfred Henty, a notable war correspondent and children's author known for his vivid adventure stories. Through this memoir, readers can expect insights into Henty's character, upbringing, and the real-life adventures that inspired his literary works. The opening of the book introduces George Alfred Henty as a man whose early life was fraught with health challenges, reflecting on how he transformed from a fragile boy into a robust figure who thrived in action. The narrative reveals his childhood in England and highlights how his love for reading laid the foundation for his future storytelling prowess. It touches upon Henty's formative years at Westminster School and Cambridge University, showcasing his blossoming character shaped by sports, societal interactions, and unyielding determination, eventually leading him to take on significant roles as a war correspondent during the Crimean War and beyond. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 54.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Fenn, George Manville, 1831-1909
EBook No.: 36893
Published: Jul 29, 2011
Downloads: 203
Language: English
Subject: Authors, English -- 19th century -- Biography
Subject: Henty, G. A. (George Alfred), 1832-1902
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: George Alfred Henty: The Story of an Active Life
Credits: Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary: "The Story of an Active Life" by George Manville Fenn is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. The text focuses on the life and experiences of George Alfred Henty, a notable war correspondent and children's author known for his vivid adventure stories. Through this memoir, readers can expect insights into Henty's character, upbringing, and the real-life adventures that inspired his literary works. The opening of the book introduces George Alfred Henty as a man whose early life was fraught with health challenges, reflecting on how he transformed from a fragile boy into a robust figure who thrived in action. The narrative reveals his childhood in England and highlights how his love for reading laid the foundation for his future storytelling prowess. It touches upon Henty's formative years at Westminster School and Cambridge University, showcasing his blossoming character shaped by sports, societal interactions, and unyielding determination, eventually leading him to take on significant roles as a war correspondent during the Crimean War and beyond. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 54.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Fenn, George Manville, 1831-1909
EBook No.: 36893
Published: Jul 29, 2011
Downloads: 203
Language: English
Subject: Authors, English -- 19th century -- Biography
Subject: Henty, G. A. (George Alfred), 1832-1902
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.