On the Irrawaddy: A Story of the First Burmese War by G. A. Henty
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"On the Irrawaddy: A Story of the First Burmese War" by G. A. Henty is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative appears to center on the military campaigns of the First Burmese War, focusing on the adventures of a young protagonist named Stanley, who navigates complex socio-political landscapes and personal challenges while exploring the implications of British imperial actions in Burma. The opening of the novel introduces
readers to the aftermath of Stanley's father’s death and his subsequent decision to stay in India with his uncle, Tom Pearson, a trader. As the story unfolds, Stanley becomes embroiled in the burgeoning conflict between the British Empire and Burma, showcasing his linguistic skills and adaptability amid rising tensions marked by combat and territorial disputes. The early chapters lay a foundation for a tale steeped in ambition, courage, and the harsh realities of war, positioning Stanley as a character who is likely to face numerous trials as the narrative progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Henty, G. A. (George Alfred), 1832-1902 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Overend, William Heysham, 1851-1898 |
| Title | On the Irrawaddy: A Story of the First Burmese War |
| Credits | Produced by Martin Robb |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 74.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | War stories |
| Subject | Animals -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Friendship -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Rescues -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Soldiers -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Prisoners -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Brigands and robbers -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Burma -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Anglo-Burmese War, 1st, 1824-1826 -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 21242 |
| Release Date | Apr 27, 2007 |
| Last Update | May 28, 2016 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 681 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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