Download or read book Dash for Khartoum written by and published by . This book was released on with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Dash for Khartoum written by George Alfred Henty and published by . This book was released on 1891 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Narrating Africa written by Mawuena Kossi Logan and published by Routledge. This book was released on 1999-05-01 with total page 315 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Narrating Africa: George Henty and the Fiction of Empire offers a critique of colonialist discourse and focuses on George Henty's novels as a prototype of the literature that emerged with the rise of British imperialism, in an attempt to assess the role of nineteenth-century literature both in the perpetuation of stereotypes vis--vis Africa and in the socialization of young adults. Its approach is postcolonial inasmuch as it breaks traditional disciplinary boundaries by analyzing and critiquing literature within historical, political, economic, and cultural contexts that enable the production, reception, and import of literary texts. Indeed today's cultural, economic, and political hegemony of Europe and the United States over Africa has a legacy deeply rooted in nineteenth-century ideologies of imperialism, colonialism, and race, as well as in repercussions of the Atlantic Slave Trade. Thus the image of Africa as the Dark continent, resulting from the activities of the Atlantic Slave Trade and early Victorian explorers and missionaries, won further popularity among Victorians from all walks of life through adventure stories which became one of the vehicles for the dissemination of imperialist ideologies and concept. Narrating Africa: George Henty and the Fiction of Empire unveils the legacy, endurance, and impact of colonial stereotyping with these factors in perspective.
Download or read book The Dash for Khartoum written by George Alfred Henty and published by . This book was released on 1910 with total page 382 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Last of the Peshwas written by Michael Macmillan and published by . This book was released on 1907 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Kingmakers The Invention of the Modern Middle East written by Shareen Blair Brysac and published by W. W. Norton & Company. This book was released on 2009-10-12 with total page 768 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A brilliant narrative history tracing today’s troubles back to the grandiose imperial overreach of Great Britain and the United States. Kingmakers is the gripping story of how the modern Middle East came to be, as told through the lives of the Britons and Americans who shaped it. Some are famous (Lawrence of Arabia and Gertrude Bell); others infamous (Harry St. John Philby, father of Kim); some forgotten (Sir Mark Sykes, Israel’s godfather, and A. T. Wilson, the territorial creator of Iraq). All helped enthrone rulers in a region whose very name is an Anglo-American invention. The aim of this engrossing character-driven narrative is to restore to life the colorful figures who gave us the Middle East in which Americans are enmeshed today.
Download or read book Routledge Library Editions Sudan written by Various Authors and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2021-03-11 with total page 1306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This 5 volume set brings together research into the Sudan, works both modern and classic. Two works examine the Sudan of the late nineteenth century, a time when Anglo-Egyptian domination was enforced on the country; two works detail the Sudan of the twentieth century, looking at its politics, economy and society; and a last work traces the roots of modern Sudan through the historic tribes of the region.
Download or read book Imperial Culture and the Sudan written by Lia Paradis and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2020-05-14 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: General Gordon's death in the Sudan marks the height of imperial cultural fever. Even in the late nineteen seventies, the themes of Khartoum were still the basis for children's stories, comic books, and depictions of masculinity.Imperial Culture in the Sudan seeks to examine the cultural impact of Sudan on the popular image of the British empire – why were these colonial administrators characterized as 'adventurers'? Why was Sudan and the story of General Gordon so popular? The author argues it coincided with the mass production of popular journalism, the height of Jingoism as a cultural product and therefore a study of Sudan's experience tells us a lot about the British Empire – how it was made, consumed and remembered.
Download or read book The Christmas Bookseller written by Henry Sotheran Ltd and published by . This book was released on 1891 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book My Life and Loves Complete 5 books written by Frank Harris and published by Aegitas. This book was released on 2024-07-30 with total page 1071 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The My Life and Loves is a controversial and groundbreaking autobiography of Frank Harris, a British-born writer and editor. Published in four volumes between 1922 and 1927, this book chronicles Harris's extraordinary life and his multiple sexual encounters with women from different social classes and countries. It is widely regarded as one of the most scandalous and explicit autobiographies of the 20th century, and continues to provoke discussions and debates among readers and scholars. Harris begins his autobiography by giving a detailed account of his childhood and upbringing in Ireland. He eloquently describes his early years as a rebellious and curious young boy, and his struggles to fit in with his strict religious family. Harris's candid and provocative writing style is apparent from the very beginning, as he fearlessly reveals his sexual thoughts and desires even at a young age. As he moves on to his adulthood, Harris takes the readers on a journey through his various professions and travels. He worked as a schoolteacher, a cowboy in the United States, a newspaper editor, and a friend and confidant to many famous literary figures of his time, such as George Bernard Shaw and Oscar Wilde. Through his vivid and descriptive writing, he immerses the readers into the vibrant and bustling cities of London, Paris, and New York, and provides a glimpse into the cultural and social milieu of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. However, it is Harris's sexual escapades that have made this autobiography a subject of controversy and criticism. He openly and unapologetically writes about his numerous affairs and encounters with women, including prostitutes, actresses, and even his own students. He also reveals his unconventional sexual preferences, such as his interest in sadomasochism. Harris's frank and explicit descriptions of his sexual encounters were considered scandalous and obscene in his time, and continue to shock and intrigue readers even today. Moreover, the My Life and Loves is not only a story of Harris's sexual exploits, but also a reflection of his philosophical beliefs and his quest for love, happiness, and fulfillment. He delves into his thoughts on religion, politics, and society, and examines the role of sex in human relationships. While some have criticized Harris for his promiscuous lifestyle and his objectification of women, others have praised him for his honesty and courage in challenging the societal norms of his time. My Life and Loves is a compelling and controversial autobiography that offers a fascinating insight into the life of a man who was unafraid to live his life on his own terms. Harris's eloquent and provocative writing style, coupled with his unapologetic honesty, make this book a must-read for those interested in literature, sexuality, and the social dynamics of the early 20th century. However, it must be read with caution, as it may contain language and content that is offensive to some readers. Overall, it is a thought-provoking and influential piece of literature that continues to challenge and inspire readers to this day.
Download or read book The Newbery House Magazine written by and published by . This book was released on 1891 with total page 796 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Bookseller and the Stationery Trades Journal written by and published by . This book was released on 1891 with total page 1664 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Official organ of the book trade of the United Kingdom.
Download or read book Reading Arabia written by Andrew C. Long and published by Syracuse University Press. This book was released on 2014-02-21 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reading Arabia traces the evolving tradition of British Orientalism in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, examining the role of mass print culture in constructing the British public’s perception of “Arabia.” Long brings together close readings and ideological analyses of primary texts by Richard Burton, Charles Doughty, Robert Cunninghame Graham, Marmaduke Pickthall, and T. E. Lawrence, along with pamphlets, journalism and commentary, silent films, stage spectacles, and travel literature. Through these texts, Long examines the fantasy of the Orient and its constitutive function. Building on the pioneering work of Edward Said, Reading Arabia looks beyond foreign policy debates and issues of human rights to show how British Orientalism is rooted in words and phrases of a popular culture that shaped the way the public read and imagined the Arab world.
Download or read book The Dash for Khartoum written by G. A. Henty and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-12-26 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Dash for Khartoum: A Tale of the Nile Expedition By G. A. Henty
Download or read book Tales from the Norse written by Peter Christen Asbjørnsen and published by . This book was released on 1906 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Penetrating Critiques written by Leslie Allin and published by University of Toronto Press. This book was released on 2020-11-03 with total page 411 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tracing the intersections between archival documents and immensely popular adventure fiction set in Africa, Penetrating Critiques highlights the anxieties surrounding the vulnerability of the white male body by assessing the destabilization of narrative itself. The author considers texts ranging from private letters, governmental correspondence, periodicals, and archival documents to the popular works of H. Rider Haggard, Richard Marsh, and Joseph Conrad. These texts trouble the notions of bounded male bodies, impermeable histories, and solid virtues while underscoring the grotesqueness of male forms, narratives, and moralities. Although dominant representations of martial bodies frequently emphasized boundaries, containment, and solidity, the fiction and imperial archives explored in this book expose problems of stability through tropes, images, and material evidence of perforation, penetration, and dissolution. In emphasizing the relationship between institutional imperial writing and popular discourse, Penetrating Critiques reveals that more complex, fraught, and critical approaches to imperialism and masculinity were circulating throughout Victorian culture than previously recognized.
Download or read book Under the Flag of France A Tale of Bertrand du Guesclin written by David Ker and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-10-25 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'Under the Flag of France: A Tale of Bertrand du Guesclin' by David Ker, readers are transported to the medieval world of chivalry and warfare. The book is written in a descriptive and engaging style, providing a vivid portrayal of the historical events surrounding Bertrand du Guesclin, a renowned knight of the 14th century. Ker's attention to detail and rich language immerse the reader in the tumultuous political and military landscape of medieval France, making it a compelling read for history enthusiasts and lovers of epic tales. The narrative seamlessly weaves together elements of romance, honor, and betrayal, capturing the essence of the era with authenticity and depth. As an accomplished historian and researcher, David Ker brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to 'Under the Flag of France'. His passion for medieval history is evident in the meticulous research and dedication to accuracy displayed throughout the book. Ker's background in historical scholarship lends credibility to the story, offering readers a unique and informative perspective on the life and exploits of Bertrand du Guesclin. I highly recommend 'Under the Flag of France: A Tale of Bertrand du Guesclin' to anyone interested in immersing themselves in a captivating historical narrative. David Ker's masterful storytelling and expert knowledge of the period make this book a must-read for those seeking a compelling journey into the past.
