"Jack Archer: A Tale of the Crimea" by G. A. (George Alfred) Henty is a story set in the late 1800s, shares the escapades of Jack Archer, a spirited teen beginning his time as a Royal Navy midshipman during the Crimean War. Beginning with an ordinary school life, Jack’s world turns upside down the day news comes of his appointment to the ship "Falcon." Themes of courage and friendship emerge as Jack leaves his normal life behind for a life at sea. Now, faced with uncertain thrills of naval duty, the young man must now face challenges that await him at sea and during battle.
Jack Archer: A Tale of the Crimea
By G. A. (George Alfred) Henty
A spirited young boy trades textbooks for battleships and finds himself amidst a brutal war.
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About the AuthorGeorge Alfred Henty was an English novelist and war correspondent. He is best known for his works of adventure fiction and historical fiction, including The Dragon & The Raven (1886), For The Temple (1888), Under Drake's Flag (1883) and In Freedom's Cause (1885).
George Alfred Henty was an English novelist and war correspondent. He is best known for his works of adventure fiction and historical fiction, including The Dragon & The Raven (1886), For The Temple (1888), Under Drake's Flag (1883) and In Freedom's Cause (1885).
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