Events in the Life of Charles George Gordon: From Its Beginning to Its End (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Henry William Gordon

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0267480903 ISBN 13: 9780267480906

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Follow the extraordinary life of Charles George Gordon from birth to his final stand.

This detailed biography traces Gordon’s journey through early life, military training, and pivotal campaigns across Crimea, China, Egypt, and the Sudan. Rich with portraits, maps, and illustrations, it presents a thorough portrait of a complex figure whose career shaped a decisive era of 19th‑century history.

• Traces birth, education, and rise through the military ranks to major campaigns.
• Relates key actions and leadership in the Crimea, China, and the Soudan period.
• Offers context on the political and military challenges of Gordon’s time.
• Contains portraits, two maps, and numerous illustrations to enrich the narrative.

Ideal for readers of military biography, Victorian history, and readers seeking a comprehensive portrait of a controversial and influential figure.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0267480903
• ISBN 13: 9780267480906
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 537