Publisher's Synopsis
The Last Dream of General Gordon: Before the Fall of Khartoum (1885) is a historical book written by J. Ashton. The book is a detailed account of the life and last moments of General Charles Gordon, a British army officer who was sent to Sudan to evacuate the British citizens and troops during the Mahdist War. The story is set in the year 1885, just before the fall of Khartoum.The book is a gripping tale of Gordon's last days in Khartoum, where he was surrounded by the Mahdist forces. The author describes how Gordon tried to negotiate with the Mahdi to save the lives of the civilians and his troops, but in vain. The book also sheds light on the political and social conditions of Sudan at that time, and how the British government's policies played a role in the conflict.Ashton's book is a well-researched and comprehensive account of the events leading up to the fall of Khartoum, and the tragic end of General Gordon. The author has used primary sources such as Gordon's letters and diaries, as well as other historical documents to provide a detailed and accurate description of the events. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Sudan and the British Empire.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.
