Tento autor je známy svojou dobrodružnou povahou, vrátane služby v armáde a fascinácie lietaním v balónoch. Jeho odkaz žije ďalej, pripomínaný ako „mŕtvy plukovník“ v jednej z najslávnejších básní o britskom impériu. Jeho diela skúmajú témy cti a obete.
An immediate bestseller when first published in 1877, Burnaby s delight in a life of risk and adventure still burns through the pages, as does his spontaneous affection for the Cossack troopers and Tartar, Khirgiz and Turkoman tribesmen that he encounters on his way.
Captain Burnaby, a member of the elite "Blues" regiment, embarks on a daring mission into the Anatolian interior amidst rising tensions between Russia and Turkey. His journey uncovers the complexities of the Russian threat and Turkish resistance, while also exploring the broader implications of a potential conflict between the Muslim and Christian worlds. Set against a backdrop of geopolitical strife, the narrative highlights Burnaby's unique character and the historical significance of the impending war.
Set against the backdrop of the 1875 'Great Game,' this account follows Captain Frederick Burnaby on a perilous mission to Khiva, a Russian city shrouded in secrecy. Tasked with uncovering Russia's intentions regarding the annexation of India, Burnaby's journey is fraught with danger and intrigue. His adventurous spirit, marked by previous exploits across Europe, including ballooning over the English Channel, adds to the narrative's excitement. Published in 1876, this gripping tale of exploration and espionage catapulted Burnaby to instant fame.