The Story Of General Gordon (1907) - Hardcover

The Story of General Gordon is a biography written by Jeanie Lang in 1907. The book tells the story of Charles George Gordon, a British general who served in various military campaigns during the 19th century. Lang covers Gordon's early life and military training, his service in China during the Taiping Rebellion, his time as governor of the Sudan, and his final stand at Khartoum during the Mahdist War. The book also explores Gordon's personal beliefs and motivations, including his strong Christian faith and his commitment to humanitarian causes. Lang draws on a variety of sources, including Gordon's own writings and letters, to create a vivid and engaging portrait of this complex and fascinating historical figure. The Story of General Gordon is a well-researched and compelling biography that offers readers a glimpse into the life and legacy of one of Britain's most celebrated military leaders.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.