Reefer And Rifleman

Reefer And Rifleman

John Percy Groves

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781120689290
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Reefer and Rifleman: A Tale of the Two Services is a novel written by John Percy Groves and first published in 1887. The story follows the adventures of two young men, one from the Royal Navy and the other from the British Army, as they navigate life in the military during the mid-19th century.The novel begins with the two main characters, Jack and Tom, meeting for the first time as they prepare to embark on their respective military careers. Jack is a midshipman in the Royal Navy, while Tom is a newly commissioned officer in the British Army. Despite their different backgrounds and personalities, the two quickly become friends and find themselves embroiled in a series of adventures and conflicts.Throughout the novel, the two protagonists encounter a variety of challenges and obstacles, including battles with enemy forces, struggles with their own superiors, and personal conflicts with each other. Along the way, they also experience love and loss, as well as the camaraderie and loyalty that comes with serving in the military.Reefer and Rifleman is a vivid and engaging portrayal of life in the British military during the Victorian era. It offers readers a glimpse into the daily routines, customs, and traditions of the armed forces, as well as the personal experiences and emotions of those who served. With its gripping plot, richly drawn characters, and historical accuracy, this novel remains a classic of military fiction.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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