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"In the Ranks of the C.I.V." is a 1900 account by Erskine Childers of his time spent as part of an artillery company in the South African Wars (1879-1915). This volume will appeal to those with an interest in the Boer War or British imperialism, and it is not to be missed by fans and collectors of Childers's work. Contents include: "The 'Montfort'", "Cape town and Stellenbosch", "Piquetberg Road", "Bloemfontein", "Lindley", "Bethlehem", "Bultfontein", "Slabbert's Nek And Fouriesberg", "To Pretoria", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author. Robert Erskine Childers (1870-1922) was a British-born Irish writer. Other notable works by this author include: "The Riddle of the Sands" (1903), "The Framework for Home Rule" (1911), and "War and the Arme Blanche" (1910).

The book ""In The Ranks Of The C.I.V.: A Narrative And Diary Of Personal Experiences With The C.I.V. Battery, Honorable Artillery Company, In South Africa"" was written by Erskine Childers and published in 1901. The book is a first-hand account of the author's experiences as a member of the C.I.V. Battery, which was part of the Honorable Artillery Company during the Second Boer War in South Africa.The book is divided into two parts. The first part is a narrative of the author's experiences, which includes descriptions of battles, skirmishes, and other military engagements. The author provides vivid and detailed descriptions of the terrain, the weather, and the conditions in which the soldiers lived and fought.The second part of the book is a diary that the author kept during his time in South Africa. The diary provides a more personal account of the author's experiences, including his thoughts and feelings about the war, his relationships with his fellow soldiers, and his experiences of homesickness and loneliness.Throughout the book, the author reflects on the nature of war and the impact it has on both soldiers and civilians. He also offers insights into the politics and strategy of the war, as well as the cultural differences between the British soldiers and the Boer fighters.Overall, ""In The Ranks Of The C.I.V."" is an engaging and informative account of one man's experiences in a significant historical event. It provides valuable insights into the realities of war and the human experience of those who fight in them.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Carruthers, un jeune dandy qui s'ennuie a Londres, a ete invite par son vieil ami, Davies, a le rejoindre en croisiere sur son yacht. Mais alors que tous deux profitent de la mer et de vacances bien meritees, Davies se met a agir etrangement. Il prend tous les risques, emprunte les routes les plus difficiles, et les transporte de la mer Baltique jusqu'a la mer du Nord, dans les iles de la Frise. Davies lui expose alors une theorie des plus effrayantes : un pays tout entier s'apprete a envahir l'Angleterre...Il s'agit la d'un chef-d'A uvre fondateur du roman d'espionnage. Melant aventures maritimes, complot, politique et humour, L'Enigme des Sables est un incontournable de la litterature irlandaise.-

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Co może łączyć poszukiwaczy złota w zatopionym okręcie napoleońskiej fregaty, niemieckiego oficera marynarki wojennej i tajemniczego milionera? Na to pytanie próbuje odpowiedzieć dwójka przyjaciół. Podczas sztormu na morzu omal nie dochodzi do katastrofy. Prowadzi do niej wydawałoby się drobny błąd nawigacyjny. Jachtsmen podejrzewa, że zdarzenie mogło nie być tylko nieszczęśliwym zbiegiem okoliczności. Być może jego znaczenie jest znacznie głębsze i dotyczy strategii wojennej wielkich mocarstw Europy. „Zagadka piaszczystych ławic" jest jednym z najbardziej rozpoznawalnych klasyków literatury marynistycznej. Wydana w 1903 roku została okrzyknięta pierwszą powieścią szpiegowską na świecie. Przetłumaczono ją na kilkanaście języków, a jej treść stała się inspiracją kilku filmowych realizacji. Erskine Childers (1870-1922) - brytyjski pisarz, autor wpływowej powieści Zagadka piaszczystych ławic. Był zwolennikiem irlandzkiego republikanizmu, na swoim jachcie Asgard przemycił broń do Irlandii. Został stracony przez władze powstającego Wolnego Państwa Irlandzkiego podczas irlandzkiej wojny domowej. Był synem brytyjskiego uczonego orientalisty Roberta Caesara Childersa; kuzynem Hugh Childersa i Roberta Bartona oraz ojcem czwartego prezydenta Irlandii Erskina Hamiltona Childersa.

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Carruthers, a minor official in the Foreign Office, is contacted by an acquaintance, Davies, asking him to join in a yachting holiday in the Baltic Sea. Carruthers agrees, as his other plans for a holiday have fallen through. As they sail off Davies gradually reveals that he suspects that the Germans are undertaking something sinister in the German Frisian islands. This is based on his belief that he was nearly wrecked by a German yacht luring him into a shoal in rough weather during a previous trip. Davies is suspicious about what would motivate the Germans to try to kill him. Having failed to interest anyone in the government in the incident, he feels it is his patriotic duty to investigate further - hence the invitation to Carruthers.

"The Riddle of the Sands: A Record of Secret Service" (1903) is an early example of the espionage novel, with a strong underlying theme of militarism. It is regarded by many critics as one of the greatest spy novels ever written.

The First Modern Spy Thriller: The Riddle of the Sands Two sail-boaters are cruising off the coast of Germany on a vacation. To their amazement they discover a German military exercise-a trial-run for the invasion of England. From that starting point we are whisked through a series of mysteries, bluffs, counter-bluffs, and wild nautical maneuvers as our sail-boaters try to learn more and get their information back to England. Through it all, Childers brilliantly captures the style and attitudes of the day. His use of military terms and concepts is creditable, and his depiction of small boat sailing is impeccable. What is astonishing is that the book was written before WW-I and correctly anticipates the coming military aggressiveness of Germany. As such, it created a sensation when it was first released, and remains a classic, perhaps THE classic, spy-action-adventure novel to this day. Whether you are a boater, a military buff, a spy novel fan, or just like a good thrilling read-this book is for you. Move over Ian Fleming and make way for your grandpa!