By Pike and Dyke

By Henty, G. A.

Book Id: WPLBN0002951950
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File Size: 311.55 MB
Reproduction Date: 2010

Title:	By Pike and Dyke
Author:	Henty, G. A.
Volume:
Language:	English
Subject:	Fiction, Children, Historical Fiction
Collections:	Audio Books Collection, By Pike and Dyke
Historic Publication Date:	1890
Publisher:	LibriVox Audio Books


Citation APA MLA Chicago A. Hent, B. G. (1890). By Pike and Dyke. Retrieved from http://www.self.gutenberg.org/

Description
It is the 1570's, and the people of the Netherlands live in terror under the cruel dominion of Spain. Though many long to be free of Spanish tyranny, efforts at rebellion are failing, and allies are nowhere to be found. Edward “Ned” Martin, son of an English captain and a Dutch lady, is thrust into the conflict when he resolves to help his mother’s people and avenge his murdered relatives. Entering the service of the revolutionary leader William the Silent, Prince of Orange, Ned is called upon to carry out dangerous secret missions deep within occupied territory. Through hairbreadth escapes, fierce sea fights, terrifying sieges, and daring rescues, Ned becomes a witness to the inspiring and heartbreaking events of the rise of the Dutch republic. (Summary by D. Leeson)

Summary
Electronic recorded live performance of a reading

Excerpt
Children, Historical Fiction