The Young Colonists: A Story of the Zulu and Boer Wars by G. A. Henty

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Author Henty, G. A. (George Alfred), 1832-1902
Illustrator Vedder, Simon Harmon, 1866-1937
Title The Young Colonists: A Story of the Zulu and Boer Wars
Note Reading ease score: 72.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary "The Young Colonists: A Story of the Zulu and Boer Wars" by G. A. Henty is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story primarily revolves around the adventures of two brothers, Dick and John Humphreys, as they transition from rural life in England to settling in South Africa amidst the backdrop of the Zulu and Boer Wars. Through their experiences, the novel explores themes of bravery, family, and the challenges of pioneering life in a tumultuous new world. The opening of the narrative introduces the harsh winter landscape around Castleton, Derbyshire, and sets up the characters’ premise by showcasing the daily life of Mr. Humphreys and his family, including his two sons, Richard and John. The story begins with the boys getting caught in a snowstorm while on a visit to a nearby farm, highlighting their resilience and teamwork as they seek shelter. Amidst this initial adventure, their father's plans to emigrate to South Africa due to their mother's declining health begins to unfold, foreshadowing the exciting and dangerous life they will encounter in the colonies. The beginning lays the foundation for the upcoming trials and triumphs the family will face as they navigate this new frontier. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Zulu War, 1879 -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Transvaal (South Africa) -- History -- War of 1880-1881 -- Juvenile fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 32934
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Sep 22, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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