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Gordon of Khartoum: An Extraordinary Soldier (History Maker),New
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Charles George Gordon gained universal respect and affection in the slums of urban Victorian Britain fighting on spiritual battlegrounds.Later, he obtained the same reputation as he commanded in battle Chinese, Egyptian, and African (but never British) troops, to become a British military hero. General Gordon died while trying to save Khartoum from fire and sword in 1885, the mourning from a grateful nation was only surpassed by the death's of Henry Havelock at Lucknow and Nelson at Trafalgar.Gladstone, Britain's Prime Minister at the time feared it would bring down his government. He is now known as one of Britain's greatest military heroes in the line of Wellington, Nelson, Havelock, Harris and Montgomery.There are 4 parts to this well researched and exciting biography:Part One: 'Yellow Jacket', 18331864.Part Two: 'The Liberator' 18651879.Part Three: 'The Pillar of Cloud' 18801883.Part Four: 'Too Late' 18841885.John Pollock, author of other highly praised biographies (including Havelock's), draws on extensive, but little used, manuscript sources to vividly retell a fascinating and colourful true story of an extraordinary figure.
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- Q: What is the main subject of 'Gordon of Khartoum: An Extraordinary Soldier'? A: The book focuses on Charles George Gordon, an influential British military hero known for his leadership in various battles and his efforts to save Khartoum in 1885.
- Q: Who is the author of this biography? A: The biography is authored by John Pollock, who is recognized for his well-researched biographies of notable historical figures.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on September 20, 2005.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 448 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for those interested in military history? A: Yes, the book falls under the Military category and provides detailed insights into Gordon's life and military career, making it suitable for readers interested in military history.
- Q: Are there any other notable figures discussed in this book? A: Yes, the book places Gordon among other British military heroes such as Wellington, Nelson, and Havelock.
- Q: What are the main parts of the biography? A: The biography is divided into four parts: 'Yellow Jacket' (1833-1864), 'The Liberator' (1865-1879), 'The Pillar of Cloud' (1880-1883), and 'Too Late' (1884-1885).
- Q: Is the book based on original sources? A: Yes, John Pollock draws on extensive and little-used manuscript sources to vividly retell Gordon's story, ensuring a well-researched biography.
- Q: What is the item condition of this product? A: The item is brand new.