Böcker av June Durant

At the age of fifteen, William Hicks joined the 1st Battalion of the 27th Regiment of Foot (the Inniskillings) as a drummer in 1798. Throughout the Napoleonic Wars, they were often in the shadows, waiting for their moment of glory. Their roles varied from holding the fort against the French to acting as a decoy for Wellington in the Peninsula, participating in skirmishes and minor battles. However, these experiences were leading up to one final triumph. Through William's story, we gain insight into the everyday life of a foot soldier during this era: his adventures, challenges, and lessons learned as he travels through diverse lands. Each new destination offers a different climate, culture, and scenery to discover. Join William on his journey to Egypt, Malta, Sicily, Spain, and North America, culminating in their ultimate destination: Waterloo.

Discover a fresh perspective on Jane Austen in Jane Austen in Thames Valley. This book delves into Austen's lesser-known association with the Thames Valley, a connection that has received minimal attention due to scant evidence. A significant focus of this guide is on the often-underestimated influence of Austen's mother, Cassandra Leigh. It compellingly illustrates how Mrs. Austen's impact profoundly shaped Jane Austen's outlook on life. The Thames Valley, a region frequently overlooked in Austen studies, actually harbours numerous ties to the beloved author, more than initially apparent. This thoroughly researched and meticulously documented book unveils these connections. Accompanying the narrative are three detailed excursions designed to help readers explore and uncover the links between Jane Austen and the Thames Valley.

Were you beguiled by searching for the cunningly hidden words in sentences in the first book in this series? Here is another opportunity to search for words in Jane Austen-themed sentences. It is not your usual wordsearch book but something quite different. Each group of ten sentences is supported by an information text designed for newcomers but equally informative for devotees of Jane Austen. There could be new information for the knowledgeable or even an invitation to look at Jane Austen in a new way.

There are crosswords, codewords, wordsearch and even letter Sudoku, but here is something different with a Jane Austen theme: hidden words to be found in appropriate sentences. Subjects range from her life and her writing to her Georgian and Regency world. Those in the know will enjoy allusions and may even learn something new. The information is light reading designed to appeal to newcomers.