Only an Ensign: The Story of the Retreat from Kabul, Volume 2 (of 3) is a gripping historical novel from acclaimed author James Grant. In this second part of the trilogy, readers are transported to the middle of the 19th century, when the British Empire was going through difficult times in Afghanistan. The main character, a young ensign, finds himself in the thick of military events, where he has to show courage and ingenuity in order to survive in adverse conditions. The author masterfully tells of the hardships faced by British soldiers during the war, as well as of friendship, loyalty and solidarity amid battles and retreats. Readers will immerse themselves in the atmosphere of tension and danger, feel the realism of the descriptions of combat operations and strategic movements. This book not only tells a fascinating story, but also gives an opportunity to better understand and feel the life of a warrior in past eras."