Publisher's Synopsis
""A Memoir, Letters, and Diary of Henry S. Polehampton"" is a historical book that features the personal accounts of Henry Stedman Polehampton, a fellow of Pembroke College, Oxford, and chaplain of Lucknow during the Indian Rebellion of 1857. The book is divided into three parts: the memoir, letters, and diary of Polehampton. The memoir section provides a brief overview of Polehampton's life, including his education at Oxford and his decision to become a chaplain in India. The letters section contains correspondence between Polehampton and his family and friends, offering a glimpse into his personal life and experiences. The diary section chronicles Polehampton's time in Lucknow during the Indian Rebellion, detailing his encounters with Indian rebels and his efforts to protect British civilians and soldiers. Overall, ""A Memoir, Letters, and Diary of Henry S. Polehampton"" offers a unique perspective on the Indian Rebellion and the role of British chaplains in colonial India. It provides readers with a firsthand account of the events and challenges faced by Polehampton during his time in India, making it a valuable resource for historians and anyone interested in the history of colonial India.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
