{"product_id":"hodson-of-hodsons-horse-william-stephen-raikes-hodson-9781166055554","title":"Hodson Of Hodson's Horse: Or Twelve Years Of A Soldier's Life In India (1883)","description":"Hodson of Hodson's Horse: Or Twelve Years of a Soldier's Life in India is a memoir written by William Stephen Raikes Hodson, a British soldier who served in India during the mid-19th century. The book provides a detailed account of Hodson's experiences as a soldier in India, including his participation in various military campaigns, his interactions with Indian culture and society, and his personal reflections on life in the British army.Hodson was a member of Hodson's Horse, a cavalry regiment that was formed in 1857 during the Indian Rebellion. He played a key role in suppressing the rebellion and was known for his bravery and tactical skill. After the rebellion, Hodson continued to serve in India, participating in various military campaigns and serving as a political agent in the Punjab.Throughout the book, Hodson provides vivid descriptions of life in India during this period, including the sights, sounds, and smells of the country. He also reflects on the complex relationship between the British and Indian cultures, noting both the positive and negative aspects of British rule.Hodson of Hodson's Horse is an important historical document that provides a unique perspective on British colonialism in India. It is also a compelling personal narrative that offers insights into the life of a soldier during this period.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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e William Stephen Raikes Hodson\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1166055558\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781166055554\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Kessinger Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/10\/2010\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 406\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.19lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.83d","brand":"William Stephen Raikes Hodson","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":44063983894783,"sku":"9781166055554","price":36.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_efd87079-dabb-4b80-992d-8b459669544a.jpg?v=1685392829","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/hodson-of-hodsons-horse-william-stephen-raikes-hodson-9781166055554","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}