England's Pride: The Story Of The Gordon Relief Expedition
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: Julian Symons
Binding: Hardback
Published: The History Book Club - London, 1966
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
This historical account chronicles the ill-fated British military campaign to rescue General Charles Gordon in Sudan. It presents a critical examination of Victorian imperial ambition and military strategy. The narrative uncovers the political machinations and logistical challenges that plagued the expedition, ultimately leading to tragedy. Symons details the personalities involved and the broader geopolitical context, illustrating the human cost of colonial endeavors and the complex legacy of a national hero. This compelling work offers a nuanced perspective on a pivotal moment in British history.
Author: Julian Symons
Binding: Hardback
Published: The History Book Club - London, 1966
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
This historical account chronicles the ill-fated British military campaign to rescue General Charles Gordon in Sudan. It presents a critical examination of Victorian imperial ambition and military strategy. The narrative uncovers the political machinations and logistical challenges that plagued the expedition, ultimately leading to tragedy. Symons details the personalities involved and the broader geopolitical context, illustrating the human cost of colonial endeavors and the complex legacy of a national hero. This compelling work offers a nuanced perspective on a pivotal moment in British history.