Return of a King : The Battle for Afghanistan

In the annals of military history, few campaigns stand as a stark reminder of the perils of imperial overreach quite like the First Anglo-Afghan War. William Dalrymple's "Return of a King: The Battle for Afghanistan" is a gripping account that transports readers to the 19th century, when the mighty British Empire set its sights on the treacherous peaks and valleys of Afghanistan. With meticulous research and a novelist's flair for storytelling, Dalrymple unveils the arrogance, folly, and ultimate downfall of Britain's disastrous invasion, a campaign that would ultimately shatter the nation's aura of invincibility.

A master of narrative history, William Dalrymple is renowned for his vivid depictions of the colonial era and its enduring legacy. In this seminal work, he deftly weaves together tales of military strategy, cultural clashes, and the indomitable spirit of the Afghan people, offering a nuanced perspective on a conflict that still reverberates today. With his trademark erudition and captivating prose, Dalrymple cements his reputation as one of the foremost chroniclers of the Indian subcontinent's rich and turbulent past.

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Book ISBN:	9781408831595
Book Weight:	526g