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A Girl of the Commune

G. A. Henty

Publisher: Krill Press

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Summary

G.A. Henty was a 19th century British novelist known for historical action and adventure books, many of which were best sellers in his day. Even today, classics like The Dragon & The Raven (1886), For The Temple (1888), Under Drake's Flag (1883) and In Freedom's Cause (1885) are still widely read.
Available since: 02/06/2016.

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