A young boy named Roberts joins a British military expedition in South Africa during the Second Boer War.
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G. A. Henty
72 books in the catalog
G. A. Henty has 72 books in our catalog of Christian parent reviews, mostly historical fiction, adventure and young adult. The titles we've reviewed span 1800 to 2011.
Recommended for readers roughly ages 13–18, based on our reviewers' age guidance.
Recurring virtues across G. A. Henty's work include courage. Parents most often flag violence — see each review below for specifics.
A young English boy travels to South America and gets involved in a dangerous quest for treasure.
A young boy joins a group of English boys defending their homeland during a French invasion.
A young Englishman is captured during the Spanish conquest of Mexico and must survive and fight for his freedom.
A group of English boys are shipwrecked and must survive in the wilderness of North America.
A young English boy named Peter travels to France during the Hundred Years' War, becoming a squire and experiencing medieval warfare.
A young boy named Tom is shipwrecked and must survive on a deserted island, eventually finding his way back to civilization and his family.
A young boy named Harry joins the Scottish Covenanters in their fight for religious freedom against oppressive forces in 17th-century Scotland.
#09
By conduct and courage, a story of the days of Nelson
G. A. Henty · 1904
Concern38MixedVirtue24Present
A young boy named Frank joins the British Navy during the Napoleonic Wars and experiences adventure and danger.
A young English boy named Henty travels to China during the Boxer Rebellion, experiencing adventure and danger.
A young British boy joins Kitchener's campaign in Sudan, experiencing military life and the realities of war.
Young Harry struggles with his faith and duty as he joins the Irish Brigade during the French Revolution.
Young Reginald Buller joins his uncle in Natal, South Africa, and learns leadership and bravery during a Zulu conflict.
A young English boy, Harry, experiences military life and battles during the Anglo-Boer War in South Africa.
A young English boy is captured by pirates and must find a way to survive and escape during the Napoleonic Wars.
A young man embarks on an adventure to South Africa during the Zulu War, seeking fortune and glory.
A young Englishman is shipwrecked and must survive in the wilderness, facing challenges and learning valuable lessons.
A young Englishman is captured by pirates and sold into slavery in Algiers, but he eventually escapes and seeks revenge.
A young man named Edward struggles to survive and find his place during the turbulent times of the Mexican Revolution.
A young Englishman, Harry, travels to Prussia and becomes involved in the military campaigns of Frederick the Great.
A young English boy, Harry, experiences life and adventure during the Napoleonic Wars, learning about duty and courage.
A young boy named Harry travels to the Caucasus Mountains and becomes involved in a thrilling adventure and a horse race.
A young cadet experiences the harsh realities of war and the bravery of soldiers during the Battle of Corunna in Spain.
During the Peasants' Revolt, a young man named Edward is caught up in the historical events in London.
A young man named Cochrane embarks on a perilous journey to the Arctic, facing harsh conditions and dangerous encounters.
A young Englishman travels to France during the Hundred Years' War and finds himself fighting in the Battle of Agincourt.
A young English boy is captured by pirates and experiences adventures in Southeast Asia.
A young English boy travels to the Ottoman Empire and becomes involved in political intrigue and religious conflict.
A young English boy named Harry travels to the Rocky Mountains to work on a ranch and learns about life, hard work, and adventure.
A young man named Harry struggles to survive and find his place after the failed Jacobite uprising in Scotland.
A young British officer experiences the intense battles and challenges of the Second Sikh War.
A young English boy travels to the Holy Land during the Crusades and experiences adventure and hardship.
A young man named Edward is caught in the political turmoil of the French Revolution and must navigate dangerous situations to survive.
Young Harry struggles with his faith and identity while navigating the dangers and moral complexities of life at sea in Greece.
A young Englishman embarks on a perilous journey through Afghanistan in the 19th century.
Young Harry struggles to survive and prove his worth during the perilous British expedition to relieve Khartoum.
Young Harry struggles to survive after being captured and taken to live with cave-dwellers.
A young Englishman travels to Afghanistan and becomes involved in military campaigns and political intrigue, demonstrating courage and loyalty.
A young Englishman travels to the American West and becomes involved in conflicts between settlers and Native Americans.
Young Harry fights for the Dutch during their struggle for independence against Spain.
Two young brothers are sent to Egypt during Napoleon's campaign and become involved in military action and exploration.
Harry, a young Englishman, finds himself fighting for the Confederacy in Virginia during the American Civil War, experiencing its battles and hardships.
A young English boy joins the 28th Regiment during the Napoleonic Wars, experiencing battles and military life.
A young man's experiences during the conflict between Maori and settlers in New Zealand.
#45
St. Bartholomew's Eve, A Tale of the Huguenot Wars (Works of G. A. Henty)
G. A. Henty · 1890
Concern45MixedVirtue28Present
A young Englishman is caught in the religious wars of 16th-century France.
#46
Captain Bayley's heir: a tale of the gold fields of California
G. A. Henty · 1889
Concern23MildVirtue28Present
A young man travels to the gold fields of California to seek his fortune and prove his worth.
A young man named Edward is sent to his uncle's estate in Scotland, where he uncovers a family curse and a hidden treasure.
A young English boy, Orange, is captured by pirates and embarks on adventures in the East.
During the French Revolution, a young English boy named Harry struggles to survive and escape the Reign of Terror in Paris.
A young Scottish nobleman joins the Jacobite rebellion and experiences the battles and hardships of the 1745 uprising.
Young Hamilcar leads Carthaginian forces against Rome during the Second Punic War.
#52
The bravest of the brave, or, With Peterborough in Spain
G. A. Henty · 1886
Concern45MixedVirtue23Present
Young Harry struggles to prove himself during the Peninsular War under the command of Lord Peterborough.
A young boy named St. George embarks on a quest to defeat a dragon and protect England.
Young Jack lives a life of adventure and danger as a pirate and privateer.
Two friends, Harry and Fred, face challenges and adventures during the Franco-Prussian War.
A young man named Hugh goes to France during the Hundred Years' War and becomes a knight.
Young Christian hero Eric has to defend his homeland against invading forces during the Thirty Years' War. He learns about faith, courage, and duty.
Christian, a young Venetian, defends his city against the Turks and faces numerous trials.
A young man named Henty faces danger and adventure while serving in the British army in Africa.
#60
By Pike And Dyke A Tale Of The Rise Of The Dutch Republic
G. A. Henty · 1880
Concern47MixedVirtue41Present
A young Englishman joins the Dutch struggle for independence against Spanish rule in the 16th century.
Young Harry struggles to prove himself and embarks on a dangerous journey through Afghanistan.
#62
For the Temple, A Tale of the Fall of Jerusalem (Works of G. A. Henty)
G. A. Henty · 1880
Concern57HeavyVirtue57Rich
A young Jewish man named Eleazar navigates the siege and destruction of Jerusalem by the Romans.
Jack Archer, a young Englishman, embarks on adventures in India, facing dangers and demonstrating bravery.
A young English boy joins the British army during the Napoleonic Wars, experiencing battles and demonstrating bravery.
A young Englishman named Harry volunteers for service in the Sudan, participating in military campaigns and facing various challenges.
A historical adventure follows a young protagonist's involvement in the British military campaign in West Africa.
Young Harry struggles to survive and thrive on the vast pampas of South America.
During the Great Fire of London, a young boy navigates danger and loss to find his family.
During the Sepoy Mutiny in India, young Harry struggles to survive and protect his family, demonstrating bravery and resilience in a chaotic environment.
A young Englishman joins the British forces fighting against Tipu Sultan in India during the late 18th century.
A young Englishman survives the Great Fire of London and the subsequent plague, demonstrating resilience.
A young Saxon boy named Oswald defends his home against Viking invaders in 9th-century England.
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