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The Sirdar's Oath: A Tale Of The Northwest Frontier (1904)

The Sirdar's Oath: A Tale Of The Northwest Frontier (1904)

Mitford, Bertram

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ISBN10: 110478534X
ISBN13: 9781104785345
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jul 17 2009
Pages: 322
Weight: 0.95
Height: 0.67 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Sirdar's Oath is a historical fiction novel set in the Northwest Frontier of India during the late 19th century. The story follows the adventures of a young British officer named Ronald Blennerhasset, who is tasked with leading a group of native soldiers known as Sowars in the fight against the rebellious tribes of the region.As Blennerhasset navigates the treacherous landscape and battles against the fierce tribesmen, he begins to question his own loyalty to the British Empire and the morality of his mission. Along the way, he forms a bond with a local Sirdar (tribal leader) named Azim Khan, who teaches him about the culture and traditions of the region.The novel is filled with action-packed battle scenes, political intrigue, and themes of loyalty, honor, and cultural understanding. It offers a unique perspective on the complex history of British colonialism in India and the relationships between the British and the native people of the region.Written by Bertram Mitford and first published in 1904, The Sirdar's Oath remains a classic work of historical fiction and a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal period in Indian 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.

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