George Alfred Henty (1832–1902) was a prolific English novelist and war correspondent. He is best known for his historical adventure stories for boys that were popular in the late nineteenth century.
Bring history back to life through Jim Hodges’ historically accurate, exciting and edifying audio recordings.
In 1380, Venice was a world power. She is mistress of the sea, had checked the rising power of the Turks, conquered Constantinople, and successfully defied all the attacks of her jealous rivals. But now, her strength and splendor were put to the severest test by the combined powers of Hungary, Padua, and Genoa. In an atmosphere of intrigue, crime, and treachery, Francis Hammond displays a fine sense and manliness which carry him safely through the storm in the watery splendor of Venice.
The Henty Historical Novel Collection, written by George Henty in the 1800s, covers many time periods in history throughout the world. In this collection, you will learn history, geography, and vocabulary while also discovering hero characters for your children to emulate. Study guides to enrich your learning experience are available at www.jimhodgesaudiobooks.com/product-category/study…
Language | English |
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Release Day | May 8, 2017 |
Release Date | May 9, 2017 |
Series Display String | The Henty Historical Novel Collection |
Release Date Machine | 1494288000 |
Imprint | Jim Hodges Productions |
Provider | Made for Success |
Categories | Children's Books, Fairy Tales, Folk Tales & Myths, Children/YA, Evergreen Classics, Children 8-12, Evergreen Classics, Fiction - All, Fiction - Child |
Overview
Bring history back to life through Jim Hodges’ historically accurate, exciting and edifying audio recordings.
In 1380, Venice was a world power. She is mistress of the sea, had checked the rising power of the Turks, conquered Constantinople, and successfully defied all the attacks of her jealous rivals. But now, her strength and splendor were put to the severest test by the combined powers of Hungary, Padua, and Genoa. In an atmosphere of intrigue, crime, and treachery, Francis Hammond displays a fine sense and manliness which carry him safely through the storm in the watery splendor of Venice.
The Henty Historical Novel Collection, written by George Henty in the 1800s, covers many time periods in history throughout the world. In this collection, you will learn history, geography, and vocabulary while also discovering hero characters for your children to emulate. Study guides to enrich your learning experience are available at www.jimhodgesaudiobooks.com/product-category/study…