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This carefully crafted ebook: "P. C. Wren's STORIES OF THE FOREIGN LEGION: 40+ Stories in One Volume (Stepsons of France, Good Gestes, Flawed Blades & Port o' Missing Men)" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. Table of Contents: STEPSONS OF FRANCE: Ten little Legionaries À la Ninon de L'Enclos An Officer and—a Liar The Dead Hand The Gift The Deserter Five Minutes "Here are Ladies" The MacSnorrt "Belzébuth" The Quest "Vengeance is Mine..." Sermons in Stones Moonshine The Coward of the Legion Mahdev Rao The Merry Liars GOOD GESTES: What's in a Name A Gentleman of Colour David and His Incredible Jonathan The McSnorrt Reminiscent Mad Murphy's Miracl...
In the first place, there was the old standing trouble about the Shuwa Patrol; in the second, the truculent Chiboks were waxing insolent again, and their young men were regarding not the words of their elders concerning Sir Garnet Wolseley, and what happened, long, long ago, after the battle of Chibok Hill. Thirdly, the price of grain had risen to six shillings a saa, and famine threatened; fourthly, the Shehu and Shuwa sheiks were quarrelling again; and, fifthly, there was a very bad smallpox ju-ju abroad in the land (a secret society whose "secret" was to offer His Majesty's liege subjects the choice between being infected with smallpox, or paying heavy blackmail to the society). Lastly, t...
Follows the adventures of Beau Geste and his brothers, Englishmen who flee their country and join up with the French Legion after they are suspected for a crime they didn't commit.
This carefully crafted ebook: "P. C. WREN Ultimate Collection: The Complete BEAU GESTE TRILOGY + 4 Novels & 42 Short Stories of the Foreign Legion" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. Table of Contents: The Beau Geste Trilogy BEAU GESTE BEAU SABREUR BEAU IDEAL Novels: SNAKE AND SWORD THE WAGES OF VIRTUE DRIFTWOOD SPARS CUPID IN AFRICA (The Baking of Bertram in Love and War) Short Stories STEPSONS OF FRANCE: Ten little Legionaries À la Ninon de L'Enclos An Officer and—a Liar The Dead Hand The Gift The Deserter Five Minutes "Here are Ladies" The MacSnorrt "Belzébuth" The Quest "Vengeance is Mine..." Sermons in Stones Moonshine The Coward of the L...
This carefully crafted ebook: "Collected Works of P. C. WREN: 4 Novels & Stories from the Foreign Legion" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. Percival Christopher Wren (1875-1941) was an English writer, mostly of adventure fiction. His novels and short stories mostly deal with colonial soldiering in Africa. While his fictional accounts of life in the pre-1914 Foreign Legion are highly romanticized, his details of Legion uniforms, training, equipment and barrack room layout are generally accurate, which has led to suggestions that Wren himself served with the legion. Table of Contents: The Novels SNAKE AND SWORD THE WAGES OF VIRTUE DRIFTWOOD SPARS CUPID IN AFRICA (The Baking of Bertram in Love and War) Short Stories STEPSONS OF FRANCE Ten little Legionaries À la Ninon de L'Enclos An Officer and—a Liar The Dead Hand The Gift The Deserter Five Minutes "Here are Ladies" The MacSnorrt "Belzébuth" The Quest "Vengeance is Mine..." Sermons in Stones Moonshine The Coward of the Legion Mahdev Rao The Merry Liars
Reproduction of the original: Cupid in Africa by P.C. Wren
P. C. Wren: Adventure Novels & Tales From the Foreign Legion presents a collection of thrilling and action-packed stories set in exotic locations. Wren's literary style captivates the reader with vivid descriptions and pulse-pounding narratives, making the reader feel fully immersed in the adventurous world he creates. The book not only provides entertainment but also touches on themes of loyalty, courage, and camaraderie, showcasing the human spirit amidst perilous situations. Wren's works are a testament to the adventure genre and have stood the test of time with their timeless appeal. P. C. Wren, a former British army officer, drew inspiration from his experiences in the military to write...
In 'P. C. Wren: Collected Works', readers are presented with a comprehensive collection of the renowned author's literary creations. From the gripping adventure tale of 'Beau Geste' to the captivating romance depicted in 'Stepsons of France', Wren's writing style seamlessly blends vivid descriptions with rich character development, making his works timeless classics in the realm of English literature. The contextual backdrop of early 20th-century British colonialism adds depth to each narrative, offering readers a glimpse into the complexities of human relationships and societal norms during that period. P. C. Wren's own experiences as a former British officer shape the authenticity and real...
Sequal to "Beau Geste," the story of Michael, Digby and John Geste in the French Foreign Legion. The story begins as three Legionnaires do not return promptly from furlough and end up in the poky. There, the hero duels with a traitor and wins, causing him to gain the designation "Beau Sabreur." Later he is sent into the desert to learn the ways of the Arabs and to help forge a peace treaty. There he encounters a lovely American journalist. Meanwhile the defeated traitor tries to stop the treaty from going through.