The Drums Of The Fore And Aft (1899)
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Overview
The Drums of the Fore and Aft is a short story written by Rudyard Kipling and published in 1899. The story is set in colonial India and follows the adventures of two young boys, who are members of a regiment of soldiers known as the Fore and Aft. The boys are the sons of a British officer and are sent to join the regiment as drummers. However, they soon find themselves in a dangerous situation when the regiment is sent to fight against a group of hostile tribesmen. The boys must use their wits and courage to survive the battle and prove themselves as true soldiers. The story explores themes of bravery, loyalty, and the challenges of growing up in a harsh and unforgiving environment. Kipling's vivid descriptions of the Indian landscape and the brutal realities of colonial warfare make The Drums of the Fore and Aft a compelling and thought-provoking read.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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- ISBN-13: 9781164218388
- ISBN-10: 1164218387
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: September 2010
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.44 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.79 pounds
- Page Count: 126
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