This collection of short stories explores the themes of heroism, adventure, and romance, taking readers from the battlefields of the Napoleonic Wars to the remote reaches of the British Empire. From the dashing heroics of Ensign Knightley to the tragic romance of 'The Lady of the Barge', these tales offer stirring examples of courage and devotion in the face of adversity.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.