Osman Digna

Jackson, H. C. [Preface by General Sir Reginald Wingate] Osman Digna (Uthman Diqnac 1840-1926) was a follower of Muhammad Ahmad, the self-proclaimed Mahdi, in Sudan, who became his best known military commander during the Mahdist War].

Published by Published by Methuen & Co. Ltd., 36 Essex Street, Strand, London First Edition . 1926., 1926

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First edition hard back binding in publisher's original black cloth covered boards, blocked and lettered gilt back. 8vo. 9'' x 6''. Demonised by some but highly respected by others, Osman Digna was a Mahdist leader who remained a thorn in the side of the British in Sudan for almost two decades during the late Victorian period. He was, perhaps, the ablest commander of the Ansar, the Mahdist army, who, despite numerous defeats, refused to give up the jihad against the Anglo-Egyptian authorities. Although largely forgotten in the West today, he is remembered as a hero by many in Sudan. Contains frontispiece, (xxiv), 232 pp with a folding map and a folding pedigree. Foxing to the end papers and closed text block edges, spine slightly sun faded and in Very Good condition, no dust wrapper. Member of the P.B.F.A. NORTH AFRICA [Sudan].

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Osman Digna
• Publisher: Published by Methuen & Co. Ltd., 36 Essex Street, Strand, London First Edition . 1926.
• Publication Date: 1926
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Very Good