Roy: A Tale in the Days of Sir John Moore
By Agnes Giberne
Length9h 19m
About this audiobook
The story is set during the Peninsular War, a significant conflict that took place from 1808 to 1814 in the Iberian Peninsula, where British and Portuguese forces fought against the Napoleonic French forces. The central character, Roy, is a young and brave lad caught up in the chaos and upheaval of the war. As the war rages on, Roy finds himself in the midst of the British army commanded by Sir John Moore. The narrative follows Roy's experiences, trials, and triumphs as he navigates the challenges of war. The novel delves into the struggles and sacrifices of soldiers and civilians during this tumultuous period, highlighting the impact of war on individuals and communities. Through the character of Roy, readers are offered a glimpse into the harsh realities and human stories that often get overshadowed by the broader historical events. Agnes Giberne, in "Roy: A Tale in the Days of Sir John Moore," weaves historical accuracy with a compelling narrative, aiming to transport readers to a crucial time in European history and provide insights into the lives of those affected by the Peninsular War.
Audiobook details
GenreHistory
Length9 hrs 19 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 3, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE
24CHAPTER XXII
2ILLUSTRATIONS
25CHAPTER XXIII
3CHAPTER I
26CHAPTER XXIV
4CHAPTER II
27CHAPTER XXV
5CHAPTER III
28CHAPTER XXVI
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6CHAPTER IV
29CHAPTER XXVII
7CHAPTER V
30CHAPTER XXVIII
8CHAPTER VI
31CHAPTER XXIX
9CHAPTER VII
32CHAPTER XXX
10CHAPTER VIII
33CHAPTER XXXI
11CHAPTER IX
34CHAPTER XXXII
12CHAPTER X
35CHAPTER XXXIII
13CHAPTER XI
36CHAPTER XXXIV
14CHAPTER XII
37CHAPTER XXXV
15CHAPTER XIII
38CHAPTER XXXVI
16CHAPTER XIV
39CHAPTER XXXVII
17CHAPTER XV
40CHAPTER XXXVIII
18CHAPTER XVI
41CHAPTER XXXIX
19CHAPTER XVII
42CHAPTER XL
20CHAPTER XVIII
43CHAPTER XLI
21CHAPTER XIX
44CHAPTER XLII
22CHAPTER XX
45CHAPTER XLIII
23CHAPTER XXI
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