The Queen's Shilling V1: A Soldier's Story is a novel written by Arthur George Frederick Griffiths and published in 1873. The book tells the story of a soldier's life in the British Army during the 19th century. The main character, Private John Marston, is a young man who is forced to join the army after being falsely accused of a crime. The novel follows Marston's experiences as he trains, fights in battles, and tries to survive in the harsh conditions of army life. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters, including fellow soldiers, officers, and civilians, and learns about the complexities of military hierarchy and the harsh realities of war. The novel is a vivid portrayal of life in the British Army during this period and provides a fascinating insight into the challenges faced by soldiers of the time.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.