A Dash from Diamond City by George Manville Fenn

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Author Fenn, George Manville, 1831-1909
Illustrator Stewart, F. A. (Frank Algernon), 1877-
Title A Dash from Diamond City
Credits Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary "A Dash from Diamond City" by George Manville Fenn is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of the Boer War in South Africa, the narrative follows two young men, Oliver West and Ingleborough, who are tasked with delivering crucial despatches through dangerous Boer-occupied territory. Along their journey, they encounter various obstacles and tense moments, ultimately testing their courage and resolve in the face of adversity. At the start of the story, the reader meets West and Ingleborough busy in a mundane office life amidst the bustling diamond mining industry. As the whispers of impending conflict grow louder, the mundane transforms into urgency as they prepare for what lies ahead. Their camaraderie is evident in their banter, particularly around their fellow clerk Anson, who is hinted at to be less trustworthy. The opening chapters set the stage for a journey filled with conflict, not just with external enemies but also hints of internal strife within their own ranks, particularly as the threat of war looms overhead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Theft -- Juvenile fiction
Subject South African War, 1899-1902 -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Kimberley (South Africa) -- History -- Siege, 1899-1900 -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 21305
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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