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Routledge English Siege and Prison Writings - British Captivity

Name: Routledge English Siege and Prison Writings - British Captivity
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Explore a rare collection of British captivity writings through this volume from Routledge. This book brings together unusual accounts composed during and after imprisonment and under siege conditions. While writings from the 1857 Mutiny are well known, this collection expands the scope to include vast bodies of texts from Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, Burma, and the Indian subcontinent that have rarely been compiled or examined together. These siege narratives offer a unique perspective on history. Instead of the typical depictions of triumphant conquerors, explorers, or rulers, these texts present a different side of the British experience. The writings are characterized by feelings of anxiety, distress, poignancy, and anger. They provide a window into the lives of the vulnerable and injured, offering a raw look at individuals facing extreme hardship in foreign lands.

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Comprehensive collection of British captivity writings from various locations including Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, Burma, and the Indian subcontinent.

Provides rare access to texts from the 1857 Mutiny and other historical siege periods that are seldom compiled in a single volume.

Offers a unique historical perspective by focusing on the vulnerable and injured rather than the traditional image of the conqueror.

Captures authentic human emotions through narratives written with deep anxiety, distress, poignancy, and anger.

Published by Routledge, ensuring a scholarly approach to these historical siege and prison accounts.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: Hardcover
ASIN: 1138232688
Category: Books > Subjects > Biography > Medical, Legal & Social Sciences > Anthropology & Sociology
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 15 November 2016
Listed Since: 09 July 2016

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