Wellington (1769-1852), the 'Iron Duke' is probably one of the best known military commanders of British history, but this short biography also reveals the complex workings of this frequently most misunderstood of British heroes.
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Wellington (1769-1852), the 'Iron Duke' is probably one of the best known military commanders of British history, but this short biography also reveals the complex workings of this frequently most misunderstood of British heroes.
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Add this copy of Wellington to cart. $12.29, very good condition, Sold by Reuseabook rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Gloucester, GLOS, UNITED KINGDOM, published 2005 by The History Press.
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Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. Though second-hand, the book is still in very good shape. Minimal signs of usage may include very minor creasing on the cover or on the spine. Aged book. Tanned pages and age spots, however, this will not interfere with reading.
The Duke of Wellington is a legend in British history, as one of the two British field commanders that never suffered a defeat in a pitched battle, the other is the Duke of Marlborugh. Elizabeth Pakenham, Lady Longford, has in her two volume monumental biography (1969, 1972) of Wellington managed to show us the boy, the youth, the man, and the old statesman, and create a full size life of one of the most remarkable men in history. Others have tried, and made good attempts, but no one - in my opinion - have succeeded in the way that Elizabeth Longford did.
The abridged one volume is of necessity not as comprehensive, but gives a good overview of Wellington's life, from the cradle to the grave. I would though, recommend anyone who reads the one volume edition, to read the original two volume edition too.
