Bertram Mitford

Fordham's Feud (eBook, ePUB)

Power, Loyalty, and Colonial Intrigue in 19th Century Africa

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Bertram Mitford's novel 'Fordham's Feud' is a gripping tale of family conflict set against the backdrop of the 19th century British colonial expansion in Africa. Mitford's vivid descriptions and attention to historical detail bring the world of the protagonist, Fordham, to life, as he navigates the complexities of power and loyalty in the colonial frontier. The novel is rich in adventure, intrigue, and moral dilemmas, making it a must-read for fans of historical fiction. Mitford's prose is both eloquent and engaging, drawing readers into a world of political intrigue and personal drama. Bertram Mitford, a British author known for his adventure novels set in colonial Africa, drew on his own experiences living in the region to create 'Fordham's Feud'. His firsthand knowledge of the landscape and the people he encountered lends authenticity to the novel, adding depth to the characters and the setting. Mitford's background as a journalist also shines through in his meticulous research and attention to detail. I highly recommend 'Fordham's Feud' to readers who enjoy historical fiction that explores the complexities of colonialism and personal integrity. Mitford's expert storytelling and compelling narrative make this novel a standout in the genre.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 309
• Erscheinungstermin: 13. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066188818
• Artikelnr.: 58596177

Autorenporträt

Bertram Mitford FRGS (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.