Under Two Flags, Vol. 2: A Story of the Household and the Desert
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
- Softcover
- New
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Print on Demand. This book explores the nuances of the French Army of Africa through the guise of a gossipy and mischievous vivandiere nicknamed Cigarette. From Orlà ansville to Constantine, from Philippeville to Algiers, the author, himself a veteran of the Crimean War, records the deeds of notorious commanding officers and enlisted men alike, setting their tales against the backdrop of colonial conquest, military duty, and the ever-present reality of warfare. This book, which blends precise observation with freewheeling adventure, provides a nuanced and indelible portrait of one of France's most storied military outposts during an era of upheaval and change. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.
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- Title
- Under Two Flags, Vol. 2: A Story of the Household and the Desert
- Author
- Ouida
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2018
- Condition
- New
- Book Type
- print-on-demand item
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1330069706
- ISBN 13
- 9781330069707
- Seller catalogs
- Childrens Fiction
In this vivid slice of the Army of Africa, a bold young woman known as Cigarette moves through heat, noise, and danger with fearless wit and a dancer’s grace. Her world blends camp bravado with tender loyalties, where jokes, oaths, and brandy mingle under the moonlit stars of colonial life. The story threads through cabarets, sieges, and quiet moments of camaraderie, revealing how courage and charm can both defend a life lived on the line and mask a deeper ache.
Set against the glitter and grit of late-19th century campaigns, the tale follows soldiers and officers, rebels and beloved misfits, as they navigate duty, honor, and the pull of home. The cast is memorable, from the loyal yet impulsive Rake to Cecil’s steady leadership, and the fierce, reckless grace of Cigarette herself. Expect brisk dialogue, rugged landscape, and a portrait of loyalty that can be as unyielding as desert wind or as tender as a shared song after the drums fade.
- Dynamic characters with sharp humor and fierce loyalties
- Vivid scenes of life in Africa and the sounds of a marching camp
- Themes of duty, courage, and the costs of war
- A blend of romance, grit, and political intrigue that drives the story
Ideal for readers who enjoy historicalAdventure with bold heroines, complex friendships, and stories of soldiers who live by their own code.
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