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Held Fast for England

G. A. Henty
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A Tale of the Siege of Gibraltar

A historical adventure set during the siege of Gibraltar. The story follows a young orphan who is sent to Gibraltar to live with his sister, who is married to an Irish officer. Soon after his arrival, Gibraltar is sieged by French and the Spanish forces during the American War of Independence. The young hero takes part in the defense of this small British territory located on the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula.

First published in 1892, this edition is derived from the original book with 8 black & white illustrations by Gordon Browne and 1 map. As always, this edition is complete and unabridged.
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Author(s): G. A. Henty

Illustrator(s): Gordon Browne

Translator(s): None

Dimensions: 6" x 9"

Pages: 278

Font Size: 12 pt

Reading Level: 7th-9th Grade

Read Aloud Level: 5th-7th Grade

Year First Published: 1892

ISBN: 9781649658784

ASIN: 1649658788
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G. A. Henty

George Alfred Henty, was a prolific British author renowned for his captivating historical adventure novels designed primarily for young readers. Born in Trumpington, England, Henty's passion for storytelling emerged during his early years, and he combined his love for history and literature to create a legacy that continues to resonate today.

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