A Prisoner of the Khaleefa: Twelve Years' Captivity at Omdurman

By Charles Neufeld

Book Overview

""A Prisoner of the Khaleefa: Twelve Years' Captivity at Omdurman"" is a memoir written by Charles Neufeld, an American missionary who was captured by the Mahdist forces during the Battle of Omdurman in Sudan in 1898. The book details Neufeld's experiences as a prisoner of the Khalifa, the leader of the Mahdist movement, for twelve years. Neufeld writes about his initial capture, the harsh conditions of his imprisonment, and his interactions with other prisoners and guards. He also describes the political and social climate of Sudan during this time, including the conflict between the British and the Mahdist forces. Throughout the book, Neufeld reflects on his faith and the role it played in his survival and eventual release. He also provides insights into the culture and customs of the Sudanese people, as well as the daily struggles of life in captivity. Overall, ""A Prisoner of the Khaleefa"" is a compelling firsthand account of a tumultuous period in Sudanese history and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.1899. With numerous portraits and plans. Contents: I Start for Kordofan; Betrayed by Guides; In the Hands of the Dervishes; Arrival in Dongola; The Real History of the Capture; Dongola to Omdurman; Thrown Into Prison; Prison Life; My First Chance of Escape; Prison Injustice; A Serious Dilemma; Ibrahim Wad Adlan; The True History of My Attempt to Escape; A Prisoner at Large; Divorced and Married; Hope and Despair; A New Occupation; My Second Imprisonment; Rumours of Relief; Preparing to Receive the Gunboats; Nearing the End; At Last; The Sirdar and Savage Warfare; Back to Civilization; and How Gordon Died.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162644273
• ISBN13: 9781162644271
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 442 Pages
• Weight: 1.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"