1956 The Devil's Wind by Major GL Verney Vintage British Military History Book

The Devil's Wind - The Story Of The Naval Brigade At Lucknow From The Letters Of Edmund Hope Verney

By Major G.L. Verney

Published by Hutchinson: London 1956 1st Edition

"The Devil's Wind - The Story of the Naval Brigade at Lucknow from the Letters of Edmund Hope Verney by Major G. L. Verney (Hutchinson: London, 1956, First Edition) presents a gripping and historically authentic account of the Indian Rebellion of 1857 through the vivid correspondence of Lieutenant Edmund Hope Verney, an officer of the Royal Navy who served with the Naval Brigade during the siege and relief of Lucknow. The book draws upon Verney's letters home to reconstruct the daily realities of the campaign—its hardships, camaraderie, and moments of both heroism and horror. Through his candid and observant writings, readers gain a front-line perspective on one of the most dramatic chapters of British military history, seen not from the army but from the sailors who fought inland with remarkable endurance. Major G. L. Verney, a descendant of Edmund Hope Verney, adds scholarly commentary and historical framing that contextualizes the letters within the larger scope of the rebellion. The result is both a family chronicle and a finely detailed military narrative, rich in personality and immediacy. Illustrated with maps and period references, the volume captures the chaos and courage of the Lucknow campaign while revealing the humanity of those who fought it. This book will appeal to readers of British military history, the Indian Mutiny, and those interested in primary firsthand accounts of Victorian warfare."

Condition: Light wear and fading to covers and spine as shown. Binding is excellent with no loose pages. Pages clean and well presented. A nice copy in good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Size 22cm x 14.5cm x 2.5cm - 176 pages