Florentia Wynch Sale

Broschiertes Buch

A Journal of the Disasters in Affghanistan, 1841-2

Beschreibung

"A Journal of the Disasters in Affghanistan, 1841-2" offers a firsthand account of one of the British Empire's most devastating military campaigns. Florentia Sale's personal narrative plunges readers into the heart of the First Afghan War, providing a visceral and immediate perspective on the conflict. This historical document chronicles the tumultuous events in Afghanistan during 1841 and 1842, detailing the experiences of those caught in the crossfire of imperial ambition and Afghan resistance. Sale's journal provides invaluable insight into the day-to-day realities of life during wartime. Her detailed observations shed light on the challenges faced by the British in India and Afghanistan. This meticulously prepared print edition presents a compelling and enduring story from a pivotal moment in military history. It is essential reading for anyone interested in the Afghan War, the history of the British Empire, and the personal narratives that shaped our understanding of the past. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

Florentia Wynch Sale (1790-1853) was a remarkable English author and diarist, best known for her eloquent and insightful account 'A Journal of the Disasters in Afghanistan, 1841-2'. Born in Madras, India, she was married to Sir Robert Henry Sale, a British army officer. Her journey as an author is rooted in the First Anglo-Afghan War, where her husband's military engagement left her amidst a tumultuous strife. Florentia was taken hostage during the retreat from Kabul and held for nine months, an experience that she vividly chronicled in her journal. Her literary style is marked by a candid and personal tone, providing a unique female perspective on military and colonial life during a pivotal moment in British imperial history. Though not a professional writer by trade, her book has been heralded as a significant historical document, offering a firsthand account of the trials faced by British forces and their families in Afghanistan. It is a poignant portrayal of resilience and endurance, lending an intimate glimpse into the lives of those caught in the crossfire of empire-building and the dynamics of war. Florentia's work serves as a critical resource for historians and students of the British Empire, military history, and women's studies.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 216
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 12mm
• Gewicht: 308g
• ISBN-13: 9781023191395
• ISBN-10: 1023191393
• Artikelnr.: 74117371