A Prisoner of the Khaleefa: Twelve Years Captivity at Omdurman (eBook)

Enriched edition. Survival and Resilience: A Captivating Memoir of Captivity at Omdurman

Charles Neufeld (Autor)

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2019
2802 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406621620-7 (EAN)

Infos

In "A Prisoner of the Khaleefa: Twelve Years Captivity at Omdurman," Charles Neufeld presents a gripping first-person narrative that chronicles his harrowing experience as a captive in Sudan. This compelling memoir is marked by Neufeld's vivid descriptions and poignant reflections, offering a rare glimpse into a tumultuous historical period characterized by the Anglo-Sudanese War and the rise of the Mahdist movement. With a literary style that blends personal anecdotes, cultural observations, and historical context, Neufeld weaves a story that resonates with themes of resilience, survival, and the universal quest for freedom. Charles Neufeld was an American explorer and adventurer, whose journeys through Africa during the late 19th century deeply influenced his perspective on imperialism and cultural exchange. His firsthand experiences of political upheaval, coupled with a keen interest in the diverse societies of the region, profoundly informed his writing. By documenting his years of captivity and the social dynamics of the Khaleefa's regime, Neufeld not only illuminates his personal ordeal but also comments on the wider implications of colonial rule in Africa. This book is essential reading for those interested in historical memoirs, colonial studies, and the intricacies of cultural encounters. Neufeld's narrative offers a unique perspective on an often-overlooked chapter of history, making it not just a tale of imprisonment, but an illuminating exploration of human endurance against the backdrop of political strife.

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Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 9.12.2019
• Einführung: Sean Day
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Sean Day
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Biografien / Erfahrungsberichte
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte
• Schlagworte: 19th century • 19th century literature • 19th century Sudan • adventure fiction • british authors • Captivity Narrative • colonial era dungeon • Colonialism • historical fiction • Historic military conflict • History • History of Africa • Human resilience narrative • imperialism • Islamic culture • Omdurman • personal endurance journey • political turmoil history • Prisoner of war experience • Prisoners • Sudan • Sudanese captivity memoir • sudanese history • Sudanese literature • survival against adversity • vivid storytelling style