SKU: 77947199894

Army of Empire: The Untold Story of the Indian Army in World War I

Sale price$30.60 Regular price$34.00
Save 10%

Pay in installments of $8.50 with ShopPay, AfterPay and Klarna

Shipping Estimate
USA
  • USA
  • CAN

Ships within 48 hours · Estimated delivery Sep 23 - Sep 28

Promo Codes Available:

For Your Every Summer RSVP, with Code: SUMMER15

Description

Army of Empire: The Untold Story of the Indian Army in World War IDrawing on untapped new sources, the first global history of the Indian Expeditionary Forces in World War I While their story is almost always overlooked, the 1. 5 million Indian soldiers who served the British Empire in World War I played a crucial role in the eventual Allied victory. Despite their sacrifices, Indian troops received mixed reactions from their allies and their enemies alike some were treated as liberating heroes, some as mercenaries

Drawing on untapped new sources, the first global history of the Indian Expeditionary Forces in World War I

While their story is almost always overlooked, the 1.5 million Indian soldiers who served the British Empire in World War I played a crucial role in the eventual Allied victory. Despite their sacrifices, Indian troops received mixed reactions from their allies and their enemies alike-some were treated as liberating heroes, some as mercenaries and conquerors themselves, and all as racial inferiors and a threat to white supremacy. Yet even as they fought as imperial troops under the British flag, their broadened horizons fired in them new hopes of racial equality and freedom on the path to Indian independence.

Drawing on freshly uncovered interviews with members of the Indian Army in Iraq and elsewhere, historian George Morton-Jack paints a deeply human story of courage, colonization, and racism, and finally gives these men their rightful place in history.

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Basic Books
Published: 12/04/2018
ISBN: 9780465094042
Pages: 608
Weight: 1.90lbs
Size: 9.50h x 6.30w x 1.90d

Review Citations: Choice 05/01/2019
Kirkus Reviews 10/15/2018
Publishers Weekly 10/29/2018
Library Journal 12/01/2018 pg. 83
Shipping Notes
  • Free Standard Shipping on $100+ Orders to the USA.
  • Except Preorder products are shipped in 48 hours.
  • Delivery to the USA:
  1. Standard Shipping : 3-10 business days
  • If time is of the essence, please consider selecting expedited delivery for faster service.
Exchange/Return Notes
  • We offer a 30-day return/exchange service after receiving.
  • Final sale items are not eligible for returns or exchanges.
  • To process your return/exchange, please contact us at [email protected]
  • Please click here for more details>>> Return & Exchange Policy
SKU: 77947199894

Discover Niche Categories That Outsell

Top-Converting Item to Boost Your Average Order

4.8 ★★★★★
Based on 18 reviews
Sort
Highest Rating
Newest First
Oldest First
Product Reviews
A
Amazon Customer
Port Orchard, US
★★★★★ 5
Beautiful
Format: Hardcover
The warm color and encouraging story are sure to keep readers engaged. The art style is beautiful and draws the reader in. Such a sweet tale that is shore to warm you up this winter!
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2024
A
A. Andreson
Pawtucket, US
★★★★★ 5
A must buy for the littles this winter.
Format: Kindle
Frostfire is a must buy for the littles this winter. I read through it once myself and absolutely loved the story and especially the illustrations. A very classic, winter whimsy. The second time I read Frostfire was with my 3 and 5 year olds. They also enjoyed it and had quite the debate over whether the snow dragon would be real. The 3 year old won! Looking forward to this book's release and coming across some frostfire in the real world this winter. Thanks to Penguin Random House Canada, Tundra Books and NetGalley for the eARC!
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on October 13, 2024
J
J. Gillette
Louisville, US
★★★★★ 4
atmospheric illustrations and a story about sharing imagination
Format: Hardcover
I received this book as part of the LibraryThing EarlyReviewer program. The illustrations are photographs of collage, with some digital editing to add snow effects. It's a bit of an atmospheric "kids go for a walk in the snow" book, a la The Snowy Day, but for older kids. I liked how there was a subtle background story about children trying to navigate having slightly conflicting imaginative stories. It can be a challenge for a kid to learn how to do this when playing with others. The illustrations of the dragon especially were a wonderful surprise. My 8 year old loved the book and is happy that we get to keep it.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2024
P
Pope Mel
Dallas, US
★★★★★ 5
A Glittery Fantasy
Format: Hardcover
The author's sparkling illustrations highlight this magical tale of two fox sisters and their grand adventure in a snowy wonderland. What begins as a mild prank played by the older sister on the younger turns out to be a spectacular reality . . . or does it? This is a lovely salute to the imagination and the joys of childhood. Many thanks to the publisher for sharing.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2024
A
alhintz
Houston, US
★★★★★ 5
Stunning Illustrations, wonderful story
Format: Kindle
I was immediately drawn to this book by the bewitching title and exquisite artwork. We follow two sisters, Celeste and Miriam, on their garden adventure in the magical snow. This story was the perfect length, with enchanting drawings and an adorable plot with charming sisters. Such a joy to read I will definitely be looking forward to reading this book with my daughter. I could see it being a winter favorite.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on October 13, 2024

recommand products