The Lost Heir
The Lost Heir is a historical adventure novel by G. A. Henty, published in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of British India, it follows young John Simcoe, who heroically saves a General from a tiger attack, showcasing themes of bravery, camaraderie, and the complexities of military life. The narrative unfolds through conversations among soldiers, revealing the respect commanded by the General and the gallantry of Mr. Simcoe. Henty, known for his engaging children's literature, captures the spirit of adventure and moral lessons in this tale of courage and duty.
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“What is the use of money if one cannot use it to make one's friends comfortable?””
— G. A. Henty
“We cannot go into court with merely suspicions; we must get facts.””
— G. A. Henty
“They say troubles never comes singly,””
— G. A. Henty
“opinions are strong, as ladies' opinions generally are,””
— G. A. Henty
“Women are always passionately certain that they are right, and neither counsel nor entreaty can get them to believe that there can be any other side to a case than that which they take.””
— G. A. Henty
“One don't like setting out to help to bring a man to the gallus when you have got his money in your pocket.””
— G. A. Henty
“a rogue can generally express himself better than an honest man.””
— G. A. Henty
“The money might pay for food and shelter and clothes, but money cannot buy love, and that is what you gave, both of you; and it is for that that we now pay as well as we can.””
— G. A. Henty
“there is no good in knowing people when you are going right away from them in a short time, and may never meet them again.””
— G. A. Henty
