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Retreat and Retribution in Afghanistan 1842

Two Journals of the First Afghan War

By: Margaret Kekewich

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Retreat and Retribution in Afghanistan 1842

Two Journals of the First Afghan War

By: Margaret Kekewich

The blow to British pride and confidence caused by the crushing defeat of their army in Afghanistan during the winter of 1841/2 compares in its impact to the disaster in New York on 11 September 2001. The British had replaced a popular and effective monarch with a weak one in the mistaken belief that he would keep the Russians at bay. Two years later, nearly all the British and Indian soldiers in the region were killed in a popular uprising.Margaret Kekewichs perceptive new study of the conflict describes the British defeat, their reoccupation of Afghanistan in the spring of 1842, then their final withdrawal at the end of the year. Her account, which is based on the graphic diaries written by two British eyewitnesses, gives a fascinating insight into the conflict in Afghanistan 150 years ago.The story is told by, first, Lady Sale who together with over 100 women, children and soldiers was captured and imprisoned by the Afghans. The second account comes from the Reverend Allen, a young chaplain to the army that invaded Afghanistan in April 1842 to avenge British humiliation and rescue the prisoners. Both these eyewitnesses deplored the follies that had led to war and defeat and also the suffering that was inflicted on many innocent Afghans.At a time when British forces are deeply engaged in another war in Afghanistan, Margaret Kekewich offers a balanced and thought-provoking new perspective on a previous conflict in the region.

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Casemate Publishers

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184468590X

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9781844685905

The Good King

René of Anjou and Fifteenth Century Europe

By: Margaret L. Kekewich

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The Good King

René of Anjou and Fifteenth Century Europe

By: Margaret L. Kekewich

King René is little known beyond France, yet, through his controversial daughter Margaret of Anjou, he affected events in England during the Wars of the Roses. René's court rivalled Burgundy in its rich artistic culture and his claim to the kingdom of Naples started a process that led to enormous changes in the power structure of Southern Europe.

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300

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Springer

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0230582214

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9780230582217

John Shirley

Book Production in the Noble Household in Fifteenth-century England

By: Margaret Connolly

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John Shirley

Book Production in the Noble Household in Fifteenth-century England

By: Margaret Connolly

Published in 1998. John Shirley’s importance as a scribe of late fourteen-and early fifteenth-century vernacular poetry (in particular the works of Chauncer and Lydgate) has long been recognised. Not only did Shirley bring these works to the attention of a wider audience in his own time, but the survival of some if his manuscripts has perpetuated these texts for future generations of readers. Indeed, some of these poems are now only known through his manuscripts. In this meticulously researched survey, Margaret Connolly makes a thorough examination of all extent documents relating to Shirley’s life and carefully scrutinises the physical characteristics of his manuscripts. In so doing she dispels many of the false interpretations that have arisen from speculation about the nature of Shirley’s scribal activities. The book concludes that there is no evidence to suggest that Shirley acted as a bookseller, but plenty to indicate that he lent his books extensively. This book’s survey of volumes owned or used by Shirley provides general insights into the availability and circulation of literary texts in the fifteenth century. Palaeographers and those with a general interest in the history of the book will find this studying fascinating.

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Routledge

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0429834497

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9780429834493

Retreat and Retribution in Afghanistan 1842

Two Journals of the First Afghan War

By: Margaret Kekewich

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The Good King

René of Anjou and Fifteenth Century Europe

By: Margaret L. Kekewich

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René of Anjou and Fifteenth Century Europe

By: Margaret L. Kekewich

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Britain, France and the Empire, 1350-1500

Darkest before Dawn

By: Susan Rose,Margaret Kekewich

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Britain, France and the Empire, 1350-1500

Darkest before Dawn

By: Susan Rose,Margaret Kekewich

This clear and concise book focuses on the history of the major realms in Northern Europe during a period in which the relatively stable society of the High Middle Ages was shaken by wars, plague and depopulation. Taking into account, and challenging, the findings of recent research, Margaret L. Kekewich and Susan Rose present their own distinctive interpretations. Britain, France and the Empire, 1350-1500 - contrasts the structure of rural society with the growing importance of towns and traders - examines the development of the political structures within the various realms - pays particular attention to the way in which ideals of kingship were or were not fulfilled in practice - discusses warfare and logistics - considers the enormous significance of religion alongside the evolution of a distinctive court society and the growth of intellectual interests. Adopting a thematic approach, and illustrated throughout, this is the ideal introductory guide to a transitional period in European history.

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308

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Palgrave

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0333689739

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9780333689738

Again Calls the Owl

By: Margaret Craven

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Again Calls the Owl

By: Margaret Craven

Autobiography of American writer Margaret Craven.

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106

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Boston : Hall

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0816131155

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9780816131150

The Ancestors of Elmer Edwards

By: Steven G. Mariano

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The Ancestors of Elmer Edwards

By: Steven G. Mariano

A memoir consisting of episodes in the life of Margaret Benham. Its genesis was in the author's participation in "Save Your Life," a memoir-writing group.

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1604589922

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9781604589924

The Selected Works of Margaret Oliphant, Part III Volume 13

Essays on Life-Writing and History

By: Joanne Shattock

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The Selected Works of Margaret Oliphant, Part III Volume 13

Essays on Life-Writing and History

By: Joanne Shattock

Margaret Oliphant (1828-97) had a prolific literary career that spanned almost fifty years. She wrote some 98 novels, fifty or more short stories, twenty-five works of non-fiction, including biographies and historic guides to European cities, and more than three hundred periodical articles. This is the most ambitious critical edition of her work.

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289

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Taylor & Francis

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1040129323

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9781040129326

Book's by Margaret Kekewich

Retreat and Retribution in Afghanistan 1842

Retreat and Retribution in Afghanistan 1842

The Good King

The Good King

John Shirley

John Shirley

Retreat and Retribution in Afghanistan 1842

Retreat and Retribution in Afghanistan 1842

The Good King

The Good King

Britain, France and the Empire, 1350-1500

Britain, France and the Empire, 1350-1500

Again Calls the Owl

Again Calls the Owl

The Ancestors of Elmer Edwards

The Ancestors of Elmer Edwards

The Selected Works of Margaret Oliphant, Part III Volume 13

The Selected Works of Margaret Oliphant, Part III Volume 13

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