The Butcher: The Duke Of Cumberland And The Suppression Of The 45
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: W.A. Speck
Binding: Paperback
Published: First Edition., 1981
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Fair - Bumping on spine and corners. Rubbed edges.
Condition remarks: Minor bumping to cover and some slight yellowing to page edges.
This compelling work of historical non-fiction chronicles the controversial figure of Prince William, Duke of Cumberland, and his pivotal role in quelling the Jacobite Rising of 1745. W.A. Speck meticulously details the military strategies and brutal aftermath that earned Cumberland the infamous moniker "The Butcher." The narrative presents a thorough examination of a critical period in British history, offering insights into the political and social landscape of the mid-18th century. It illuminates the complexities of power, rebellion, and the often-harsh realities of warfare, making it an essential read for enthusiasts of British history and military campaigns.
Author: W.A. Speck
Binding: Paperback
Published: First Edition., 1981
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Fair - Bumping on spine and corners. Rubbed edges.
Condition remarks: Minor bumping to cover and some slight yellowing to page edges.
This compelling work of historical non-fiction chronicles the controversial figure of Prince William, Duke of Cumberland, and his pivotal role in quelling the Jacobite Rising of 1745. W.A. Speck meticulously details the military strategies and brutal aftermath that earned Cumberland the infamous moniker "The Butcher." The narrative presents a thorough examination of a critical period in British history, offering insights into the political and social landscape of the mid-18th century. It illuminates the complexities of power, rebellion, and the often-harsh realities of warfare, making it an essential read for enthusiasts of British history and military campaigns.