The Chronicle Of The Drum

by William Makepeace Thackeray

Book Overview

The Chronicle of the Drum is a satirical short story written by William Makepeace Thackeray. It was first published in 1835 and tells the story of a magical drum that has the power to summon armies and cause chaos. The story is set during the Napoleonic Wars and follows the adventures of a young drummer boy named Tommy who finds the drum and uses it to become a hero. However, as the story progresses, Tommy learns that the drum is not all it seems...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1419156705
• ISBN13: 9781419156700
• Release Date: June 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.2"