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The G. A. Henty Library

The G. A. Henty Library

By: G. A. Henty
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In these volumes, the listener will accompany brave youths through many of the most stirring scenes in history - amidst the clash of arms, the trials of distant lands, and the testing of character in moments of peril.

The G. A. Henty Library presents these tales in full, as they were first told: stories of courage, steadfastness, and honour, wherein resourceful lads, by pluck and perseverance, win their way through danger and difficulty.

From the battlefields of Europe to the far reaches of the Empire, each narrative offers not only adventure, but a faithful glimpse into the great events of the past, and the spirit in which they were met.Public domain
Episodes
  • With Frederick the Great Chapter VII - Flight

    With Frederick the Great Chapter VII - Flight
    Jul 5 2026
    In which young Fergus, newly escaped and dressed in the guise of an enemy officer, makes his arduous way through snow-laden defiles and wary towns, securing safe passage by means both prudent and enterprising. He finally reaches the familiar quarters of Marshal Keith, where his remarkable escape and exploits are met with admiration and a warm welcome.
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    37 mins
  • With Frederick the Great Chapter V - Lobositz

    With Frederick the Great Chapter V - Lobositz
    Jul 4 2026
    In which the young soldier Fergus Drummond finds himself amidst the tense manoeuvrings and fierce artillery duels of a critical encounter between Prussian and Austrian forces near the village of Lobositz, where strategy and courage are tested on difficult, marshy terrain. As the fog lifts and the battle unfolds, Fergus undertakes a daring and perilous ride through hostile cavalry, illustrating the mixture of peril and gallantry that marks the campaign.
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    37 mins
  • With Frederick the Great Chapter II - Joining

    With Frederick the Great Chapter II - Joining
    Jul 3 2026
    In which Fergus Drummond, recently appointed to the 3rd Royal Dragoon Guards, is introduced to the rigours and etiquette of Prussian military life, from having his uniform tailored to meeting Marshal Keith and the king himself. As he familiarises himself with his regiment and orderly, Fergus gains insight into the discipline, camaraderie, and subtle rivalries that shape the daily existence of a soldier in this foreign service.
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    36 mins
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