{ "item_title" : "A Battery At Close Quarters (1909)", "item_author" : [" Henry Moore Neil "], "item_description" : "A Battery at Close Quarters is a historical book written by Henry Moore Neil in 1909. The book is a detailed account of the author's experiences as a soldier in the British Army during the Boer War. It describes the events leading up to the war, the battles fought, and the conditions endured by the soldiers on the front lines. The book focuses on the author's experiences as a member of a battery of artillery. It provides a fascinating insight into the workings of a battery, including the roles of the gunners, the drivers, and the officers. The author also provides a detailed description of the guns themselves, including their size, weight, and firing power. Throughout the book, the author describes the hardships and dangers faced by the soldiers, including the harsh terrain, the extreme weather conditions, and the constant threat of attack from the enemy. He also provides a vivid account of the battles fought, including the tactics used by both sides, the casualties suffered, and the ultimate outcome of each engagement. Overall, A Battery at Close Quarters is a gripping and informative account of the Boer War from the perspective of a soldier on the front lines. It provides a valuable insight into the experiences of the soldiers who fought in this conflict and is a must-read for anyone interested in military history.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.", "item_img_path" : "https://covers3.booksamillion.com/covers/bam/1/16/640/732/1166407322_b.jpg", "price_data" : { "retail_price" : "22.95", "online_price" : "22.95", "our_price" : "22.95", "club_price" : "22.95", "savings_pct" : "0", "savings_amt" : "0.00", "club_savings_pct" : "0", "club_savings_amt" : "0.00", "discount_pct" : "10", "store_price" : "" } }

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