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Prisoners And Captives (1899)

Prisoners And Captives (1899)

Merriman, Henry Seton

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ISBN10: 1120863740
ISBN13: 9781120863744
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jan 29 2010
Pages: 404
Weight: 1.19
Height: 0.83 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Prisoners and Captives is a novel written by Henry Seton Merriman and published in 1899. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the lives of two young men, one British and one American, who find themselves imprisoned in a Russian jail. The British man, Guy Oscard, is a journalist who has been arrested for writing an article critical of the Russian government. The American, John Turner, is a businessman who has been falsely accused of espionage.The two men form a bond in their shared captivity and work together to escape. Along the way, they encounter a number of obstacles, including corrupt officials and dangerous terrain. The novel also explores the political and social tensions of the time, including the growing conflict between Russia and Britain.Prisoners and Captives is a thrilling adventure story that also touches on themes of friendship, loyalty, and the struggle for freedom. Merriman's vivid descriptions of the Russian landscape and his nuanced portrayal of the characters make this a compelling read for anyone interested in historical fiction.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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