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pp. xxiii 406.”In 1759 General James Wolfe was killed at Quebec, winning the battle that decided the fate of North America. Just thirty-two years old, Wolfe became a popular hero, immortalised in epic paintings. During the past half century, however, his reputation has waned under assault by critics who see him as a bloodthirsty and priggish mediocrity, famous for one singularly lucky – though crucial – victory. But was there more to James Wolfe than a celebrated death? Stephen Brumwell’s highly-praised biography seeks to answer that question, deploying penetrating research and vivid prose to boldly reassess a soldier whose short but dramatic life changed the course of world history.” previous owners name on FEP
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| ISBN | 1852855533 | |
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| ISBN13 | 9781852855536 | |
| Number of pages | 406 | |
| Original Title | Paths of Glory: The Life and Death of General James Wolfe | |
| Published Date | 2006 | |
| Book Condition | Good | |
| Jacket Condition | very good | |
| Binding | hardcover | |
| Size | 8vo | |
| Place of Publication | London | |
| Edition | First Edition | |
| Category: | Canadian Studies | |
| Author: | Stephen Brumwell | |
| Publisher: | Hambledon Continuum |
pp. xxiii 406.”In 1759 General James Wolfe was killed at Quebec, winning the battle that decided the fate of North America. Just thirty-two years old, Wolfe became a popular hero, immortalised in epic paintings. During the past half century, however, his reputation has waned under assault by critics who see him as a bloodthirsty and priggish mediocrity, famous for one singularly lucky – though crucial – victory. But was there more to James Wolfe than a celebrated death? Stephen Brumwell’s highly-praised biography seeks to answer that question, deploying penetrating research and vivid prose to boldly reassess a soldier whose short but dramatic life changed the course of world history.” previous owners name on FEP
| Weight | 1.1 kg |
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