Bertram Mitford

Harley Greenoak's Charge (eBook, ePUB)

Love, Betrayal, and Loyalty in Colonial Africa

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Set against the backdrop of British colonial intrigue, "Harley Greenoak's Charge" by Bertram Mitford unfolds an intricate narrative that combines thrilling adventure with profound exploration of character and society. Mitford's prose is characterized by rich, evocative descriptions and a strong sense of setting, drawing readers into the complexities of the Victorian era. The novel deftly navigates themes of duty, loyalty, and moral ambiguity, providing an insightful commentary on the imperial ethos of the time while presenting a captivating plot filled with unexpected twists and compelling conflict. Bertram Mitford, a contemporary of authors like H. Rider Haggard, was deeply influenced by his experiences in South Africa and his engagement with colonial issues. His background as both a writer and a traveler imbues his narratives with an authentic sense of place, culture, and the challenges faced by individuals caught in the currents of empire. Mitford's first-hand observations of frontier life and indigenous cultures offer a unique perspective that informs the characters and moral dilemmas he presents in this work. This novel is a must-read for those interested in historical fiction that grapples with the complexities of colonialism and human relationships. Mitford's vivid storytelling not only delivers an entertaining adventure but also invites readers to reflect on the ethical considerations of their own historical contexts. Enthusiasts of imperial literature and adventure narratives will find "Harley Greenoak's Charge" to be a rewarding exploration of personal and societal challenges in a tumultuous era.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 253
• Erscheinungstermin: 25. April 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066174194
• Artikelnr.: 58929122

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.