The Other Side Of The Emin Pasha Relief Expedition (1891)

By Henry Richard Fox Bourne

Book Overview

The Other Side Of The Emin Pasha Relief Expedition (1891) is a historical book written by Henry Richard Fox Bourne. The book provides a detailed account of the Emin Pasha Relief Expedition, which was a British expedition to rescue Emin Pasha, the governor of Equatoria in the southern Sudan, who was under siege by Mahdist forces. Bourne's book offers a unique perspective on the expedition, as it focuses on the experiences of the expedition's organizers and supporters rather than the military operations themselves. The author provides a detailed analysis of the political and social factors that led to the expedition, as well as the personalities involved in its planning and execution.The book also examines the controversies that arose during and after the expedition, including the debate over the use of military force and the allegations of misconduct by the expedition's leaders. Bourne's account is based on extensive research, including interviews with surviving members of the expedition and a thorough examination of contemporary documents.Overall, The Other Side Of The Emin Pasha Relief Expedition (1891) is a fascinating historical account that sheds new light on one of the most significant British military expeditions of the late 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in colonial history, military history, or the history of Africa.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: 1437293743
• ISBN13: 9781437293746
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 216 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"