Nicholson's Nek by Edgar Wallace
Nicholson's Nek is a novel by Edgar Wallace that tells the story of a group of British soldiers who are stationed at Nicholson's Nek during the Second Boer War. The book follows their struggles as they try to defend themselves against an overwhelming force of Boers, and ultimately surrender after a fierce battle.
By Edgar Wallace · First published 1908 · Genre: War Fiction, Historical Fiction, Poetry · 643 words
First lines
_They gave their best at Waterloo,_ / _For the honour of England's name; _ / _They threw their best on a hundred fields,_ / _To put our foes to shame._ / _'Tis good that England's soldier men_ / _To-day can do the same._
They have proved their worth, / To the ends of the earth. / They have striven and won, -- and failed! / They have shown their might, / On the Dargai Height, / When the _mollah's_ bullets hailed.
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Nicholson's Nek is listed on Textopian as a short story by Edgar Wallace, dated 1908 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Edgar Wallace
- Date: 1908 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: War Fiction, Historical Fiction, Poetry, Drama, Adventure
- Length: 643 words
- Structure: 1 section, 8 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- War Fiction — The book explores themes of valor, sacrifice, and the experiences of soldiers in battle.
- Historical Fiction — It is set against the backdrop of historical military events, reflecting on the past and its impact on national identity.
- Poetry — The text employs poetic language and structure, emphasizing rhythm and emotional expression.
- Drama — The narrative contains dramatic elements, focusing on conflict and the human condition in wartime.
Tags
mystery · thriller · crime · suspense · adventure · detective · historical · fiction · action · plot twist · investigation · secrets