The Kopje Garrison: A Story of the Boer War by George Manville Fenn

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Author Fenn, George Manville, 1831-1909
Illustrator Boucher, W.
Title The Kopje Garrison: A Story of the Boer War
Note Reading ease score: 80.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary "The Kopje Garrison: A Story of the Boer War" by George Manville Fenn is a historical novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story follows two young British officers, Drew Lennox and Bob Dickenson, as they embark on a fishing trip amidst the backdrop of the Boer War in South Africa. Their seemingly mundane adventure quickly escalates into a tense confrontation with the enemy, revealing themes of camaraderie, bravery, and the harsh realities of wartime. At the start of the narrative, the two officers are depicted at the riverbank, humorously discussing their fishing prospects while armed with rifles, hinting at a lack of traditional fishing gear. Their light banter is interrupted as they unexpectedly encounter a group of Boers, forcing them to react swiftly to the impending threat. The opening portion skillfully sets the stage for their character dynamics while foreshadowing the dangers they will face, moving from light-heartedness to a gripping battle for survival, effectively engaging readers in the action and tensions of the war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject South African War, 1899-1902 -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 27897
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Apr 28, 2014
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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