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The general danced at dawn and other stories

The general danced at dawn and other stories

EssaysHistorical Fiction
Pages
192
Published
1973
Language
English

Synopsis

This collection of short stories by George MacDonald Fraser offers a glimpse into the lives of soldiers, particularly those in Scottish regiments. The tales blend humor and adventure, often set against the backdrop of military life and historical events. Readers will find themselves transported to various times and places, experiencing the camaraderie and challenges faced by these unique characters.

Prose complexity
4/10

Vibe

AdventurousFunnySatiricalNostalgic

Genres

Essays Historical Fiction Military

About the author

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George MacDonald Fraser

George MacDonald Fraser(2 April 1925 – 2 January 2008) was a Scottish author and screenwriter. He is best known for a series of works that featured the character Flashman. Over the course of his career he wrote eleven novels and one short-story collection in the Flashman series of novels, as well as non-fiction, short stories, novels and screenplays—including those for the James Bond film Octopussy and an adaptation of his own novel Royal Flash.