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Henty, G. A. (George Alfred)
1832
1902
Henty, George Alfred
Henty, G.A.
The Lost Heir
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"The Lost Heir" by G. A. Henty is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The book explores adventurous themes set against the backdrop of British India and its colonial military operations, focusing on the life and actions of various characters, particularly spotlighting a young man named John Simcoe, who bravely saves a General from a tiger attack. The opening of the novel introduces readers to a tense scene in a military cantonment where soldiers gather to learn of the fate of General Mathieson, gravely injured after a tiger attack. The narrative is shared through conversations among the soldiers, revealing the respect the General commands due to his selfless nature and rapport with the men. Another character, Mr. Simcoe, emerges as a gallant figure, having risked his life to save the General but suffering serious injuries in the process. As news of the incident spreads, hints of camaraderie and themes of bravery are established, setting a gripping tone for the rest of the story that will unfold around these characters’ lives and fates. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 75.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Category: Historical Novels
Category: Adventure
Category: British Literature
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