The Battle of Dorking (eBook, ePUB) - Chesney, George
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In George Chesney's 'The Battle of Dorking', the reader is presented with a chillingly realistic account of a hypothetical invasion of Britain by a foreign power. Written in the form of a future historian looking back on the events of the invasion, the book serves as a cautionary tale about the potentially devastating consequences of unpreparedness and complacency in the face of external threats. Chesney's vivid descriptions and attention to detail create a sense of urgency and suspense that keeps the reader on the edge of their seat. The Battle of Dorking is often considered one of the first…mehr

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In George Chesney's 'The Battle of Dorking', the reader is presented with a chillingly realistic account of a hypothetical invasion of Britain by a foreign power. Written in the form of a future historian looking back on the events of the invasion, the book serves as a cautionary tale about the potentially devastating consequences of unpreparedness and complacency in the face of external threats. Chesney's vivid descriptions and attention to detail create a sense of urgency and suspense that keeps the reader on the edge of their seat. The Battle of Dorking is often considered one of the first examples of the genre of invasion literature, which became popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This book had a significant impact on British attitudes towards national defense and military preparedness in the years following its publication. George Chesney, a British army officer and military theorist, drew on his own experiences and observations to craft this influential work. His expertise in military strategy and tactics shines through in the narrative, adding a layer of authenticity to the story. I highly recommend 'The Battle of Dorking' to any reader interested in military history, speculative fiction, or the impact of literature on public perception.
Autorenporträt
Colonel George Tomkyns Chesney was a British Army officer and writer, notable for his seminal work in speculative fiction, 'The Battle of Dorking: Reminiscences of a Volunteer' (1871). Born on April 30, 1830, in Tiverton, Devon, Chesney embarked on a military career that eventually led to him becoming a colonel. The core of his literary legacy lies in his notable foray into what would later be defined as future war fiction. 'The Battle of Dorking', initially serialized in 'Blackwood's Magazine', envisions a successful German invasion of Britain, igniting a genre preoccupied with future warfare and providing a prescient warning regarding the perceived inadequacies of Britain's military preparation of the time. Chesney's portrayal of a dystopian future where Britain faces defeat stirred the Victorian public and influenced military and political thought. Though he penned other works, none matched the resonance and impact of 'The Battle of Dorking'. His narrative style, which combined detailed military strategy with compelling storytelling, not only captured readers' imaginations but also reflected the anxieties of a society confronting the prospects of modern warfare. Chesney passed away on March 31, 1895, but his contributions to literature, particularly in shaping the genre of military science fiction, remain influential.