Title: Too Late for Gordon and Khartoum: the testimony of an ... eye-witness of the ... efforts for their rescue ... With ... unpublished letters of the late General Gordon.Publisher: British Library, Historical Print EditionsThe British Library is the national library of the United Kingdom. It is one of the world's largest research libraries holding over 150 million items in all known languages and formats: books, journals, newspapers, sound recordings, patents, maps, stamps, prints and much more. Its collections include around 14 million books, along with substantial additional collections of manuscripts and historical items dating back as far as 300 BC.The MILITARY HISTORY & WARFARE collection includes books from the British Library digitised by Microsoft. This series offers titles on warfare from ancient to modern times. It includes detailed accounts of campaigns, battles, weapons, as well as the soldiers and commanders who devised, initiated, and supported war efforts throughout history. Specific analyses discuss the impact of war on societies, cultures, economies, and changing international relationships. ++++The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to insure edition identification: ++++ British Library Macdonald, Alexander; Gordon, Charles George; 1887. 16, 359 p.; 8 . 9061.eee.19.
California Houses of Gordon Drake is a book written by Douglas Baylis that explores the architectural designs of Gordon Drake, a renowned architect who was active in California during the mid-20th century. The book presents a detailed account of the various houses designed by Drake, showcasing his unique style and approach to architecture. The houses are located in different parts of California, and the book provides a comprehensive overview of the features, materials, and construction techniques used in each of them. The book is richly illustrated with photographs, floor plans, and sketches, providing readers with a visual understanding of the houses and their design elements. The author also provides a historical context for Drake's work, highlighting the cultural and social factors that influenced his designs. Overall, California Houses of Gordon Drake is a fascinating read for anyone interested in architecture, design, and California's rich cultural heritage.Additional Contributors Include Carl Birger Troedsson, Harwell Hamilton Harris, And Walter L. Doty.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.