Born A Soldier (1882)

By Sidney Mary Sitwell

Book Overview

Born A Soldier is a historical novel written by Sidney Mary Sitwell and published in 1882. The book tells the story of a young boy named Charles, who is born into a military family and raised to become a soldier. Through his experiences, the reader is taken on a journey through the life of a soldier in the late 19th century, including the training, battles, and camaraderie that comes with serving in the military.The novel is set during the Victorian era, a time when Britain was a major global power and the military played a significant role in maintaining the country's dominance. The story is told from Charles' perspective, and the reader follows him as he grows up and becomes a soldier, facing various challenges along the way.The book explores themes of duty, loyalty, and sacrifice, as well as the impact that war can have on individuals and society as a whole. It also provides a glimpse into the social and political context of the time, including the role of women and the class system.Overall, Born A Soldier is a compelling historical novel that offers a fascinating insight into the life of a soldier in the late 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in military history or the Victorian era.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166427609
• ISBN13: 9781166427603
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 88 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"