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Gordon and the Sudan

Prologue to the Mahdiyya 1877-1880
By Alice Moore-Harell
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Gordon and the Sudan by Alice Moore-Harell examines the complex period leading up to the Mahdist revolution. The book focuses on the governance and political changes during General Gordon's tenure as governor-general, offering a detailed analysis of his administration and its impact on Sudan's history.
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This book analyzes the administration of leadership of Charles George Gordon, the governor-general of the Sudan, during the Turkiyya period (1821-85).

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This is a study on the period preceding the Mahdist revolution in the Sudan. It analyses the administration and political developments under the governor-generalship of Gordon.

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ISBN: 9781138011106

Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 August 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Routledge

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Width: 156.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 385g

Pages: 302

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