Gordon Of Khartoum
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: Patrick Turnbull
Binding: Hardback
Published: Bailey Bros.& Swinfen Ltd, 1975
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
This compelling historical biography chronicles the extraordinary life and military career of General Charles George Gordon, a pivotal figure in 19th-century British imperial history. The narrative meticulously details his diverse campaigns across China, Africa, and the Middle East, illustrating his unwavering dedication and complex character. It particularly focuses on his final, dramatic stand during the siege of Khartoum, presenting a vivid account of the events that led to his legendary status and tragic end. Turnbull's work uncovers the strategic brilliance and personal convictions that defined Gordon's controversial legacy. This authoritative account offers readers a profound understanding of a man who became synonymous with Victorian heroism and sacrifice.
Author: Patrick Turnbull
Binding: Hardback
Published: Bailey Bros.& Swinfen Ltd, 1975
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
This compelling historical biography chronicles the extraordinary life and military career of General Charles George Gordon, a pivotal figure in 19th-century British imperial history. The narrative meticulously details his diverse campaigns across China, Africa, and the Middle East, illustrating his unwavering dedication and complex character. It particularly focuses on his final, dramatic stand during the siege of Khartoum, presenting a vivid account of the events that led to his legendary status and tragic end. Turnbull's work uncovers the strategic brilliance and personal convictions that defined Gordon's controversial legacy. This authoritative account offers readers a profound understanding of a man who became synonymous with Victorian heroism and sacrifice.