Bücher von George Carter Stent

Scraps from my Sabretasche is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1882.Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.

Scraps From My Sabretasche is a memoir written by George Carter Stent in 1882. Stent was a member of the Fourteenth, King's Light Dragoons, a British cavalry regiment that served in India during the mid-19th century. The book is a collection of personal anecdotes and adventures that Stent experienced during his time in the regiment. The title of the book refers to the sabretasche, a leather pouch that was worn by cavalry officers to carry maps, documents, and other essentials. Stent's ""scraps"" are the stories and memories that he kept in his sabretasche, and which he shares with the reader.The book covers a wide range of topics, from battles and skirmishes to everyday life in the regiment. Stent writes about his experiences as a young officer, the relationships he formed with his fellow soldiers, and the challenges and dangers of serving in a foreign land. Throughout the book, Stent's voice is lively and engaging. He has a knack for storytelling and a sense of humor that shines through in his writing. He also provides vivid descriptions of the people, places, and events that he encountered, giving readers a glimpse into life in 19th-century India.Overall, Scraps From My Sabretasche is a fascinating and entertaining memoir that provides a unique perspective on British military history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the British Empire, military history, or memoirs in general.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.