The Young Carthaginian: A Story of the Times of Hannibal - Softcover

Henty, G. A.; Highsmith, Clark

9781449906054: The Young Carthaginian: A Story of the Times of Hannibal

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ISBN 10: 1449906052 ISBN 13: 9781449906054

Verlag: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2009

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Rese�a del editor

The year is 218 B.C. and Rome and Carthage are locked in a life-or-death struggle for control of the ancient world. Join a fictional young Carthaginian noble, named Malchus, as he travels with the famous General Hannibal across the Alps and into Italy, the heartland of the Roman republic. Set against the backdrop of the Second Punic War, The Young Carthaginian is a wonderful mix of adventure and history which makes for excellent reading for older boys and adults. During this adventure you will learn why Hannibal was a great leader and why Rome ultimately won the struggle in spite of Hannibal's genius. Included in this edition are geographical, historical, and explanatory footnotes which will help the modern reader to savor this G.A. Henty classic.

Biograf�a del autor

G.A. Henty (1832-1902) was a prolific author and journalist in the 19th century. Drawing on his experience and knowledge as a war correspondent, Henty was a master of weaving history into his fictional stories about courageous young men living in difficult times marked by military conflict. His stories provide insight into some of the greatest conflicts of history while introducing the reader to characters that embodied the values of integrity, duty and virtue. While aimed at older children and teens, even adults will enjoy his writings.

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