| Author |
Henty, G. A. (George Alfred), 1832-1902 |
| Title |
With Clive in India; Or, The Beginnings of an Empire
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 75.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Martin Robb
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| Summary |
"With Clive in India; Or, The Beginnings of an Empire" by G. A. Henty is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Charlie Marryat, a young lad who is sent to India to work as a writer for the East India Company. The narrative is set during a turbulent time in the mid-18th century when British influence began to expand in India, featuring key historical events and figures, particularly focusing on Clive's ascent to power." "The opening of the story introduces Charlie Marryat, a sixteen-year-old boy facing the challenge of leaving his family behind as he embarks on a journey to India. After the death of his father, Charlie’s mother struggles to provide for her children, prompting her to seek help from Charlie's wealthy uncle. As Charlie engages with this new opportunity, he experiences a mix of excitement and apprehension about his future in a distant land fraught with uncertainty and adventure. The preface hints at the significant historical backdrop that will frame Charlie's experiences, promising a blend of personal and epic narratives as the British aim to establish their empire amidst various challenges." (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
India -- History -- British occupation, 1765-1947 -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
18833 |
| Release Date |
Jul 15, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Feb 18, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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