Only An Ensign V1

Only An Ensign V1: A Tale Of The Retreat From Cabul is a historical novel written by James Grant and published in 1871. The story is set in 1842 during the First Anglo-Afghan War and follows the journey of a young British ensign named George Lawrence. George is sent to Afghanistan to serve in the British army and is quickly caught up in the chaos of war. As the situation in Afghanistan deteriorates, the British army is forced to retreat from Kabul, and George finds himself facing numerous challenges and obstacles as he tries to survive and make his way back to safety.Throughout the novel, George encounters a variety of characters, both British and Afghan, and must navigate complex political and social dynamics in order to stay alive. The story is full of action, adventure, and suspense, and provides a vivid picture of the harsh realities of war.Overall, Only An Ensign V1: A Tale Of The Retreat From Cabul is a gripping and engaging historical novel that offers a unique perspective on the First Anglo-Afghan War. It is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and anyone interested in the history of British imperialism.In Three Volumes.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.