How did G.A. Henty’s historical adventure novels for boys become popular?
Answer:
- G.A. Henty’s novels were also wildly popular during the height of the British Empire.
- They aroused the excitement and adventure of conquering strange lands.
- They were set in Mexico, Alexandria, Siberia and many other countries.
- They were always about young boys who witnessed grand historical events, get involved in some military action and show what they called ‘English Courage.’