Publisher's Synopsis
""Khartoum And Thither: A Poem"" is a literary work written by an anonymous Cambridge undergraduate in 1885. The poem is an epic narrative that tells the story of the British General Charles Gordon's doomed defense of Khartoum during the Mahdist War in Sudan. The poem is written in a lyrical and descriptive style, with vivid imagery that captures the beauty and brutality of the African landscape. The author also explores themes of heroism, sacrifice, and colonialism, reflecting the attitudes and values of the Victorian era. Overall, ""Khartoum And Thither: A Poem"" is a powerful and poignant work of literature that offers a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in British imperial history.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.
