Saul David is Professor of War Studies at the University of Buckingham and the author of several critically acclaimed books, including The Indian Mutiny- 1857, Zulu and, most recently, Victoria's Wars- The Rise of Empire. He recently presented 'Bullets, Boots and Bandages' for BBC 4 and is a regular contributor to Radio 4.
An extraordinary story, packed with drama, incident and great
characters...Combines a clear and powerful narrative with shrewd
judgements, illuminating vignettes and fresh and telling detail
*Country Life*
A heady mixture of heroism, incompetence, devilish tactics and
plain good luck. Those wishing to immerse themselves in this golden
age of British military success will relish David's fine piece of
history
*Sunday Times*
He conveys the temper of soldiers' daily lives and their attitude
to fighting beautifully...his description of the Battle of Waterloo
makes one's heart beat faster
*Daily Telegraph*
At a time when the Army is facing cutbacks while being expected to
fight distant, unpopular wars on a shoestring, David's book could
not be more topical
*Sunday Telegraph*
Filled with swashbuckling derring-do, the reek of blood and
gunpowder, combined with shrewd analysis of power, war and
psychology
*Simon Sebag Montefiore*
Highly readable.... Saul David is particularly good at battle
scenes, and the incredibly violent 150-year period leaves him
spoilt for choice....His insights are thoughtful and his prose
style compelling
*Mail on Sunday*
A rollicking account of the rise of the British Army ... the life
of the humble redcoat, from the Restoration to Waterloo
*Telegraph (Seven)*
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