Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book charts the remarkable life and career of General Charles Gordon, an enigmatic British officer who became known as Chinese Gordon due to his service in China during the Taiping Rebellion. Gordon's military prowess and unconventional approach to leadership earned him both admiration and criticism in his lifetime, and his legacy continues to fascinate historians and readers alike. The author traces Gordon's journey from his early years in the British Army to his involvement in the Opium Wars and his subsequent rise to prominence as the commander of the "Ever Victorious Army" in China. Through vivid descriptions and expert analysis, the book explores the complex political and social climate of the time, and the challenges Gordon faced as he navigated the complexities of foreign intervention and Chinese resistance. The author delves into Gordon's personal life, motivations, and beliefs, shedding light on the contradictions and complexities of this extraordinary figure. Ultimately, this book provides a nuanced and comprehensive portrait of one of the most intriguing and enigmatic military figures of the 19th century. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330844458_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330844458
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330844458
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Vendeur : Buchpark, Trebbin, Allemagne
Etat : Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 262 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 25855078/2
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