England's Hero And Christian Soldier: A Biographical And Historical Sketch Of The Life Of General C. G. Gordon (1886)

By George Rose Emerson

Book Overview

""England's Hero and Christian Soldier"" is a biographical and historical sketch of the life of General C. G. Gordon, written by George Rose Emerson in 1886. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Gordon's life, from his childhood in England to his military career in China, Africa, and the Middle East. The author portrays Gordon as a heroic figure and a devout Christian, emphasizing his bravery, integrity, and selflessness. The book also explores Gordon's political views and his role in various military campaigns, including the Taiping Rebellion, the Sudan Campaign, and the Mahdist War. Through detailed accounts of Gordon's achievements and challenges, the author offers insights into the political and social contexts of the time. Overall, ""England's Hero and Christian Soldier"" is a tribute to a remarkable man who dedicated his life to serving his country and his faith.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: 110474032X
• ISBN13: 9781104740320
• Release Date: July 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 178 Pages
• Weight: 0.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"