Title
Wellington: The Iron Duke
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Richard Holmes, Highly Acclaimed Military Historian And Broadcaster, Tells The Exhilarating Story Of Britains Greatestever Soldier, The Man Who Posed The Most Serious Threat To Napoleon. The Duke Of Wellingtons Remarkable Life And Extraordinary Campaigns Are Recreated With Holmes Superb Skill In This Compelling Book.Richard Holmes Charts Wellingtons Stellar Military Career From India To Europe, And In The Process, Rediscovers The Reasons Queen Victoria Called Him The Greatest Man The Nineteenth Century Had Produced. Combining His Astute Historical Analysis With A Semibiographical Examination Of Wellington, Holmes Artfully Illustrates The Rapid Evolution In Military And Political Thinking Of The Time.Wellington Is A Brilliant Figure, Idealistic In Politics, Cynical In Love, A Wit, A Beau, A Man Of Enormous Courage Often Sickened By War. As Richard Holmes Charts His Progress From A Shy, Indolent Boy To Commanderinchief Of The Allied Forces, He Also Exposes The Iron Duke As A Philanderer, And A Man Who Sometimes Despised The Men That He Led, And Was Not Always In Control Of His Soldiers. Particularly Infamous Is The Bestial Rampage Of His Men After The Capture Of Cuidad Rodgrigo And Badajoz.The Iron Duke Is A Beautifully Produced Book, Complete With Stunning Illustrations And Colour Plates. Richard Holmes Tv Series To Accompany The Iron Duke Will Be Lavishly Constructed In Four Parts, And Filmed On Location In Britain, India, Spain, Portugal, France And Belgium.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Wellington: The Iron Duke'? A: 'Wellington: The Iron Duke' explores the life and military career of the Duke of Wellington, highlighting his role as Britain’s greatest soldier and his battles against Napoleon.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Wellington: The Iron Duke' is Richard Holmes, a renowned military historian and broadcaster.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Wellington: The Iron Duke' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Wellington: The Iron Duke'? A: The book has a total of 416 pages.
- Q: When was 'Wellington: The Iron Duke' published? A: 'Wellington: The Iron Duke' was published on February 3, 2003.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'Wellington: The Iron Duke' is listed in good condition, ensuring a quality reading experience.
- Q: Does this book include illustrations? A: 'Wellington: The Iron Duke' is an illustrated edition, featuring stunning illustrations and color plates.
- Q: Is there a TV series associated with this book? A: Yes, Richard Holmes has a TV series that accompanies 'Wellington: The Iron Duke', filmed on location in various countries.
- Q: What are some notable features of this book? A: 'Wellington: The Iron Duke' features mint condition, same-day dispatch for orders received before noon, guaranteed packaging, and a no-quibbles return policy.
- Q: What can readers expect from the author's writing style? A: Readers can expect Richard Holmes' engaging narrative style, combining historical analysis with biographical insights into the Duke of Wellington.