Ordeal at Lucknow: The Defence of the Residency
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Ordeal at Lucknow: The Defence of the Residency

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Experience the harrowing siege of Lucknow in 1857 with Michael Joyce’s “Ordeal at Lucknow: The Defence of the Residency.” (ISBN: 9789390035403) This gripping account details the British Residency’s desperate defense against overwhelming odds. Uncover the courage, resilience, and tragedy of this pivotal moment in the Indian Rebellion of 1857.

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  • ISBN-13: 9789390035403
  • Publisher: Manohar
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 9390035406
  • Publisher Date: 01 Jan 2020
  • Height: 44.99999995 mm
  • Width: 159.9999998 mm

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Weight 0.5 kg

24 reviews for Ordeal at Lucknow: The Defence of the Residency

  1. Chetan Sharma –

    A great read from start to finish. I will be looking to read more from this author after this one.

  2. Manish Kumar –

    Good but not great. It’s a factual account. I was expecting more dramatic flair. A bit too dry and academic for me.

  3. Aditya Agarwal –

    I enjoyed it, but I wanted to know about the personal lives of those involved in the events.

  4. Tanishq Kumar –

    Informative and engaging. A valuable contribution to the historical record. I found it well-balanced in its portrayal.

  5. Abhishek Anand –

    A detailed account of the siege. Joyce captures the tension well, but sometimes the sheer amount of detail became overwhelming.

  6. Ayush Pandey –

    An alright book about the events at Lucknow. The amount of detail given was hard to digest for me. Still, a solid read.

  7. Suraj Thakur –

    A powerful story of courage and survival. The author does a great job portraying the conditions inside the Residency.

  8. Manvendra Pratap Singh –

    Excellent research, great read! It gave me a perspective. Definitely recommend it for the one who likes history.

  9. Kaushiki Pandey –

    A powerful and moving account of the events at Lucknow. The book is both informative and emotionally engaging.

  10. Aastha Sharma –

    A solid account of the siege, though I occasionally found it difficult to keep track of all the names and places.

  11. Namrata Sharma –

    Interesting historical account. Some sections feel a bit repetitive, but overall it is a worthwhile read.

  12. Muhammed Safwan K –

    A must-read for anyone interested in the Indian Rebellion. Joyce brings the siege to life with vivid descriptions.

  13. Saurabh Kumar Suman –

    Well-written. Sometimes a little too focused on military tactics for my taste. Could have used more human interest stories.

  14. Harsh Kumar –

    Joyce vividly recreates the harrowing conditions of the siege. A truly captivating and unforgettable read.

  15. Saket Laxman Shende –

    Good overview but felt rushed. I wish the author had spent more time exploring individual experiences. Overall, it’s ok

  16. Priyank Agrawal –

    A good book if you like to read about this part of history. It had all the right elements, that is what I was looking for.

  17. Sumedh Yeshwant Bhandare –

    It was okay, but the story and the writing were not the best that I have seen.

  18. Kumar Satyam –

    A gripping read! I was on the edge of my seat. The author really brought the events to life. Highly recommended for history buffs.

  19. Jhalak Grover –

    A bit slow to start, but once it got going, I was hooked. The resilience of those inside the Residency was amazing.

  20. Ashish Garg –

    The book was historically accurate. I was expecting more from the writing style. It was not engaging as I hoped.

  21. Prabhat Pandey –

    A gripping narrative that kept me engrossed from beginning to end. Joyce’s research is impeccable, his storytelling superb.

  22. Meena Choudhary –

    Excellent! I couldn’t put it down. The author’s attention to detail is remarkable. A fantastic read for history enthusiasts

  23. Neeraj Chitrasen Singh –

    Well-researched and informative. I learned a lot about the events at Lucknow. Some of the language was a little dense.

  24. Muskan Gupta –

    Interesting, but a bit dry at times. It could have used more personal stories to balance the military details.

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