Bertram Mitford

Broschiertes Buch

The Sirdar's Oath A Tale of the North-West Frontier

Beschreibung

The Sirdar's Oath: A Tale of the North-West Frontier explores themes of loyalty, honor, and the harsh realities of colonial conflict. Set against the backdrop of the volatile North-West Frontier, the novel delves into the tensions between British colonial forces and the indigenous tribes, highlighting the complexities of power, duty, and survival. At its core, the story examines the personal sacrifices made in the name of duty, as characters navigate the brutal landscape of war and the ethical dilemmas that arise in such an environment. The themes of loyalty and betrayal are central to the narrative, as characters are forced to make difficult choices that challenge their beliefs and relationships. The novel also reflects on the concept of honor, both personal and cultural, and the consequences of upholding or breaking one's oath. As the characters face external threats and internal struggles, the story paints a vivid picture of the challenges of military life on the frontier, where survival often depends on both strength and moral resolve. Through the exploration of these themes, Sirdar's Oath provides a poignant look at the complexities of colonial warfare and the personal cost of upholding duty and honor in a turbulent world.

Autor

Bertram Mitford (13 June 1855-4 October 1914) was a colonial writer, novelist, essayist, and cultural critic who published forty-four books, the majority of which were set in South Africa. He was a contemporary of H Rider Haggard. He was a Mitford family member and the third son of Edward Ledwich Osbaldeston Mitford (1811-1912). In 1895, he became the 31st Lord of the Manor of Mitford, succeeding his brother Colonel John Philip Osbaldeston Mitford. He died in 1912 at Mitford Hall in Northumberland. Bertram Mitford was born in Bath in 1855, educated at Hurstpierpoint College in Sussex, traveled to southern Africa in 1874, lived in Cheltenham in 1881, married Zima Helen Gentle, daughter of Alfred Ebden, on March 9, 1886 in Brighton, had daughter Yseulte Helen on June 3, 1887 (died July 1969), son Roland Bertram on June 17, 1891 (died April 16, 1932), lived in London in 1891, and died of liver disease in 1914 in Cowfold, Sussex. He belonged to four London clubs: The Junior Athenaeum, Savage, the New Vagabond, and the Wigwam.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 146
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. November 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 8mm
• Gewicht: 194g
• ISBN-13: 9789368092698
• ISBN-10: 9368092699
• Artikelnr.: 73361852