In Freedom's Cause [Hardcover]

G. A. Henty (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 2002

Unedited, unabridged, original format editions with original colored cover art, these Henty books reproduce the original in careful detail.

Relates the stirring tale of the Scottish War of Independence. The hero of the tale fought under both Wallace and Bruce, and while the strictest historical accuracy has been maintained with respect to public events, the work is full of "hairbreadth 'scapes" and wild adventure.

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About the Author

One of the most popular British authors of the late 19th century, Henty's historical adventures inspires boys to honesty, courage, diligence, and duty. He was famous as “The Prince of Story-Tellers”. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 408 pages
• Publisher: Robinson Books (October 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1590870670
• ISBN-13: 978-1590870679
• Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 5.6 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #834,201 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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38 of 38 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Read!, April 6, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: In Freedom's Cause, A Story of Wallace and Bruce (Works of G. A. Henty) (Hardcover)

This is a truly inspirational book. I believe this book describes one of the great events in all of human history. For any parent who wants to give their child a view of the world outside their strip-mall laden nieghborhood, they should dedicate themselves to reading this story to them. My youngest is only 7 years old and he loved this book! The only caveat I have is this book, like all Henty books, details many graphic battles. However, the main character demonstrates bravery, leadership, loyalty and ingenuity- traits we'd all love to see built into our kids. I can't recommend this book highly enough.

28 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Historical Fiction and Adventure, May 11, 2004

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Scott McKenzie (Louisville, CO United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: In Freedom's Cause: A Story of Wallace and Bruce (Dover Children's Classics) (Paperback)

Freedom's Cause has a brilliant plot and a fictional character as the protaganist. He starts off as a teen and then grows up through the time of William Wallace and Robert the Bruce. The fictional protagonist interacts with historical characters from that period of Scottish History. The story is full of adventure, friendship, loyalty, honor, heroics, and history. Good values are presented. This book is great for anyone looking for something on Scottish history and which also is an outstanding novel.

This book is as excellent or better then any Nigel Tranter book I have read, like The Wallace and The Bruce Trilogy.

The accuracy of the historical period is superb and I have read much on this area of Scottish history. The persons discussed, the geography talked about, and the timeline presented is very accurate.

I highly recommend this and can't wait to read another Henty.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars In Freedom's Cause: an inspiring read, March 25, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: In Freedom's Cause, A Story of Wallace and Bruce (Works of G. A. Henty) (Hardcover)

This book is one of the greatest I have ever read.Taking place in medieval Scotland, it follows the many adventures of Sir Archie Forbes, a young scotsman who is determined to see his people free from the tyranny of England. Archie meets up with William Wallace and Robert the Bruce, Falls in love, and has many adventures. I loved this book, and i'm sure anyone who reads it will feel the same!