Letters from Khartoum Written During the Siege (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781417946617)

""Letters from Khartoum Written During the Siege"" is a book by Frank Power that provides a vivid and personal account of the Siege of Khartoum during the Mahdist War in the late 19th century. The book is a collection of letters written by Power, an Irish journalist and correspondent for the Daily Mail, to his wife and friends back home in England. Power's letters offer a unique perspective on the siege, as he was one of the few Western journalists present in Khartoum during the conflict. He describes the daily life and struggles of the civilians and soldiers trapped inside the city, as well as the political and military strategies of the British and Egyptian forces attempting to break the siege. The book also includes Power's observations on the social and cultural customs of the Sudanese people, as well as his reflections on the wider political and historical context of the conflict. Overall, ""Letters from Khartoum Written During the Siege"" is a compelling and informative historical document that provides a first-hand account of a pivotal moment in African and British colonial history.1885. An account about General Gordon and his gallant defense of Khartoum written by one who was present and saw what things were done; who shared the dangers of the siege with England's latest hero and his brave lieutenant, Colonel Stewart, who enjoyed Gordon's confidence, and who was capable of understanding and appreciating what he saw, should surely be of great interest to every one. As told in letters by the late Frank Power and edited by his brother.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: Frank Power
ISBN-10: 141794661X
ISBN-13: 9781417946617
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/20/2004
Pages: 120
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.41lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.28d