General Gordon's Private Diary Of His Exploits In China, Amplified (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781430465935)

""General Gordon�������s Private Diary of His Exploits in China, Amplified"" is a historical book that recounts the personal experiences of General Charles George Gordon during his time in China. The book is a compilation of Gordon's private diary entries, which are supplemented by additional commentary and insights from the author, Charles George Gordon. The diary entries cover a period of Gordon's life when he was serving as a British military commander during the Taiping Rebellion in China. This rebellion was a significant civil war that lasted from 1850 to 1864 and resulted in the deaths of millions of people. Gordon played a crucial role in suppressing the rebellion and was known for his bravery and strategic thinking.The book provides an intimate look into Gordon's thoughts and feelings during his time in China, as well as his interactions with other military leaders, Chinese officials, and local citizens. It also sheds light on the challenges and complexities of the conflict, including the cultural differences between the British and Chinese forces.Overall, ""General Gordon�������s Private Diary of His Exploits in China, Amplified"" is a fascinating account of one man's experiences during a pivotal moment in Chinese history. It offers a unique perspective on the conflict and provides valuable insights into the mind of a military leader during a time of war.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.

Author: Charles George Gordon,Samuel Mossman
ISBN-10: 143046593X
ISBN-13: 9781430465935
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 01/17/2007
Pages: 324
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.73d