The Tiger of Mysore: A Story of the War with Tippoo Saib by G. A. Henty

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Author Henty, G. A. (George Alfred), 1832-1902
Illustrator Margetson, W. H. (William Henry), 1861-1940
Title The Tiger of Mysore: A Story of the War with Tippoo Saib
Credits E-text prepared by Martin Robb
Summary "The Tiger of Mysore: A Story of the War with Tippoo Saib" by G. A. Henty is a historical adventure novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around young Dick Holland, son of a sea captain who has mysteriously gone missing, and his mother, Margaret, as they embark on a perilous journey to India in search of her husband. The context of the narrative is set against the backdrop of British colonial India, focusing on the conflicts with the notorious Tippoo Sultan of Mysore. At the start of the narrative, the reader learns about Dick's father's shipwreck and disappearance and how this tragedy has shaped their family's life. The opening introduces key characters, including Dick and his determined mother, who, fueled by hope and desperation, decide to travel to India to discover the fate of her husband and face the dangers posed by endless political turmoil. The stage is set for a thrilling tale of bravery, resilience, and the struggles faced by those caught in the tides of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Tipu Sultan, Fath 'Ali, Nawab of Mysore, 1753-1799 -- Juvenile fiction
Subject India -- History -- Mysore War, 1799 -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 18813
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 1, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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