A Prisoner Of France

A Prisoner Of France

Charles Boothby

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781104367916
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''A Prisoner of France'' is a memoir, diary, and correspondence written by Charles Boothby, a Captain in the Royal Engineers during his last campaign in France. The book provides a detailed account of his experiences as a prisoner of war, including his capture, imprisonment, and eventual release. Boothby describes the conditions of his imprisonment, including the harsh treatment he received from his captors and the challenges he faced in maintaining his physical and mental health. He also includes diary entries and letters that provide insight into his personal thoughts and feelings during this difficult time. The book offers a unique perspective on the experience of being a prisoner of war and provides a valuable historical account of the events of the time. Published in 1898, ''A Prisoner of France'' remains a compelling and informative read for anyone interested in military history or personal memoirs.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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