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The Secret Of Heroism: A Memoir Of Henry Albert Harper (1906)

The Secret Of Heroism: A Memoir Of Henry Albert Harper (1906)

King, William Lyon MacKenzie

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ISBN10: 1165595060
ISBN13: 9781165595068
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 164
Weight: 0.50
Height: 0.35 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Secret of Heroism: A Memoir of Henry Albert Harper (1906) by William Lyon Mackenzie King is a biographical account of the life and accomplishments of Henry Albert Harper, a Canadian hero who served in the Boer War and World War I. The book is divided into two parts: the first part provides a detailed account of Harper's life, including his childhood, education, and military career, while the second part focuses on his heroism during the two wars.The book begins with a brief introduction to Harper's family background and childhood. King then goes on to describe Harper's education and his early years in the military, including his service in the Boer War in South Africa. The author provides a detailed account of Harper's experiences during the war, including his bravery and leadership in battle.The second part of the book focuses on Harper's heroism during World War I. King describes Harper's service in the Canadian Expeditionary Force and his role in the Battle of Ypres, where he was wounded. The author also discusses Harper's leadership in the Battle of the Somme, where he was killed in action.Throughout the book, King emphasizes Harper's courage, leadership, and dedication to his country. He also explores the concept of heroism and what it means to be a hero. The book provides a unique perspective on the life of a Canadian hero and offers insight into the experiences of soldiers during times of war. Overall, The Secret of Heroism is a compelling and inspiring memoir that celebrates the life and accomplishments of Henry Albert Harper.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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