By England's Aid; or, the Freeing of the Netherlands (1585-1604) by G. A. Henty
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"By England's Aid; or, the Freeing of the Netherlands (1585-1604)" by G. A. Henty is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story explores the significant events of the Dutch War of Independence against Spanish rule, particularly focusing on England's role in aiding the Netherlands. Central characters include young Franics Vere and the Vickars brothers, Geoffrey and Lionel, who aspire to become soldiers and ultimately join the fight in
the Low Countries. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to the tensions surrounding England's involvement in the Netherlands, as Reverend John Vickars prays for the Dutch people enduring oppression. The narrative transitions to the excitement in the village of Hedingham, where the local boys, inspired by their surroundings and the impending war, eagerly anticipate joining the Earl of Leicester's expedition to assist the Dutch. Young Mr. Francis Vere, along with the boys, is enthusiastic about enlisting as a volunteer, leading to their adventures in London where they eventually secure consent to accompany Captain Vere as pages. This opening section sets the stage for a tale of heroism, military engagement, and the pursuit of honor and freedom against overwhelming odds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Henty, G. A. (George Alfred), 1832-1902 |
|---|---|
| Title | By England's Aid; or, the Freeing of the Netherlands (1585-1604) |
| Credits | Produced by Martin Robb |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 72.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Historical fiction |
| Subject | Netherlands -- History -- Eighty Years' War, 1568-1648 -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 6953 |
| Release Date | Nov 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Jan 18, 2014 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 413 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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