At the Point of the Sword
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On the eve of his fourteenth birthday in 1819, young Crawford waits for his father at the family's estate near Lima. His father supports independence for Peru, then a Spanish colony. A frightened visit from Rosa Montilla and the arrival of a messenger from the mountains disturb the household. The boy tells the story himself, showing how political unrest enters a childhood shaped by boating, riding and family friendships.
Herbert Hayens places this adventure for young readers amid Peru's struggle for independence. In the mountain campaign, Crawford scouts with O'Brien and discovers that burning campfires can disguise the departure of troops. Colonel Miller must contend with food shortages and an approaching enemy, while his companions exchange jokes even under pressure. The story offers readers a view of military life through practical tasks, anxious decisions and the loyalties of a young participant.
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- Author
- Herbert Hayens
- Pages
- 252
- Language
- English
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- Childrens Classics
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