Mountains And Molehills: Or Recollections Of A Burnt Journal (1855)

Mountains and Molehills: Or Recollections of a Burnt Journal is a memoir written by Frank Marryat and published in 1855. The book recounts Marryat's experiences as a British soldier during the Second Anglo-Afghan War, which took place between 1878 and 1880. Marryat was a member of the 66th Regiment of Foot and was stationed in Afghanistan during the conflict.The book is divided into 22 chapters and covers a range of topics, including Marryat's journey to Afghanistan, his experiences in battle, his interactions with local Afghan people, and his observations on the country's landscape and culture. Marryat's writing style is descriptive and vivid, providing readers with a detailed account of life as a soldier in Afghanistan during the 19th century.One of the most notable aspects of Mountains and Molehills is Marryat's criticism of British military tactics during the war. He is highly critical of the leadership of both the British and Afghan armies, and he argues that the conflict was poorly planned and executed. Marryat's criticisms of the war were controversial at the time, and the book was met with mixed reviews upon its publication.Overall, Mountains and Molehills is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the Second Anglo-Afghan War and the experiences of British soldiers during the conflict. It is also a well-written and engaging memoir that is sure to appeal to readers interested in military history and 19th-century literature.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.