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The battle of Dorking

DateApproximately 1871
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  • The battle of Dorking
  • The German conquest of England
  • The Battle of Dorking: Reminiscences of a Volunteer
FormatBook
Notes
Britain is invaded and conquered by an unnamed, German-speaking country. Written soon after the Franco-Prussian War, this was a highly influential future war story. It inspired many authors, some of whom wrote direct responses and sequels to it.

Also published as The German conquest of England in 1875.
Medium
DimensionsCover size: 19 cm (7 1/2 in.)
Language
CollectionMerril Collection of Science Fiction, Speculation and Fantasy
Usage Rights Public Domain (Learn More)
Call Number / Accession Number37131054487996D
Symphony Cat-key2344284
GeographyCountryUnited Kingdom
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