The Little Drummer Or Filial Affection: A Story Of The Russian Campaign (1856)
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ISBN10: 1120898889
ISBN13: 9781120898883
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jan 29 2010
Pages: 196
Weight: 0.59
Height: 0.42 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781120898883
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jan 29 2010
Pages: 196
Weight: 0.59
Height: 0.42 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Little Drummer or Filial Affection: A Story of the Russian Campaign is a historical fiction novel written by H.D. and first published in 1856. The story is set during the Napoleonic Wars and follows the journey of a young drummer boy named Peter, who joins the Russian army to fight against Napoleon's invading forces. Despite his youth and inexperience, Peter proves to be a brave and loyal soldier, earning the respect and admiration of his comrades.However, the heart of the story lies in Peter's relationship with his mother, who he left behind in his village when he joined the army. Throughout the novel, Peter's love and devotion to his mother are tested as he faces the harsh realities of war and the constant threat of death. Despite the dangers he faces, Peter remains determined to return home to his mother and fulfill his duty as a filial son.The Little Drummer is a poignant tale of courage, sacrifice, and the unbreakable bond between a mother and her son. With vivid descriptions of battle scenes and the harsh conditions of war, H.D. brings to life the struggles and triumphs of soldiers during one of the most turbulent periods 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.
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