One Of The Twenty-Eighth

One Of The Twenty-Eighth: A Tale Of Waterloo is a historical fiction novel written by George Alfred Henty and originally published in 1890. The story is set during the Battle of Waterloo in 1815 and follows the adventures of a young British soldier named Ned Harley, who is a member of the 28th Regiment of Foot. As the battle rages on, Ned finds himself separated from his regiment and must navigate his way through the chaos of war to reunite with his fellow soldiers. Along the way, he encounters a variety of characters, including French soldiers, Belgian civilians, and even a young woman who becomes his love interest. Through Ned's experiences, readers gain a vivid and detailed account of the events that took place during the Battle of Waterloo, including the strategies and tactics used by both sides. The novel also explores themes of courage, loyalty, and sacrifice, as Ned and his comrades fight for their country and their fellow soldiers. Overall, One Of The Twenty-Eighth: A Tale Of Waterloo is a thrilling and engaging historical novel that provides a unique perspective on one of the most significant battles in European history.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.