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A Widow's Reminiscences of the Siege of Lucknow (1858)

A Widow's Reminiscences of the Siege of Lucknow (1858)

Bartrum, Katherine Mary

Hardcover

Historical FiguresFiction AnthologiesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1104000288
ISBN13: 9781104000288
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jan 19 2009
Pages: 112
Weight: 0.74
Height: 0.44 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A Widow's Reminiscences of the Siege of Lucknow is a memoir written by Katherine Mary Bartrum in 1858. The book recounts her experiences during the Siege of Lucknow, a pivotal event during the Indian Rebellion of 1857. Bartrum was living in Lucknow with her husband, a British officer, when the rebellion broke out. After her husband was killed in battle, Bartrum and her children sought refuge in the Residency, a fortified compound where British civilians and soldiers were besieged by rebel forces for almost four months. The book provides a vivid and detailed account of the siege, including the daily struggles for survival, the constant threat of attack, and the emotional toll of living in a state of constant fear. Bartrum also describes the heroism and sacrifice of the British soldiers and civilians who defended the Residency, as well as the atrocities committed by both sides during the conflict. A Widow's Reminiscences is not only a valuable historical document but also a moving personal memoir. Bartrum's writing is clear and concise, and she conveys her experiences with honesty and compassion. The book offers a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in colonial history and is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of India or 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.

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