Description

The Cornet of Horse: A Tale of Marlborough's Wars is a historical novel written by George Alfred Henty and published in 1881. Set in the early 18th century, the book tells the story of a young Englishman named Cyril Shenstone who joins the cavalry regiment of the Duke of Marlborough during the War of the Spanish Succession. As a cornet of horse, Cyril participates in several battles and skirmishes across Europe, including the Battle of Blenheim and the Siege of Lille. Along the way, he makes friends with fellow soldiers and officers, including a French prisoner of war who becomes his loyal servant. The novel provides a vivid and detailed account of the tactics, weapons, and customs of warfare during the early 18th century. It also explores themes of loyalty, duty, and honor, as Cyril struggles to balance his military obligations with his personal relationships and beliefs. Overall, The Cornet of Horse is an exciting and informative adventure story that transports readers back to a pivotal era 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.