Passages From the Diary of General Patrick Gordon of Auchleuchries: A.D. 1635-A.D. 1699
- 292pages
- 11 heures de lecture
Cet auteur s'est principalement concentré sur l'histoire militaire et sa carrière, détaillant son ascension de simple soldat à général et amiral de réserve en Russie. Son écriture s'est concentrée sur le service dans plusieurs nations, y compris la Suède, la Pologne et la Russie, soulignant sa progression dans les rangs et son rôle central en tant que conseiller principal et ami proche du tsar Pierre le Grand. L'œuvre aborde également la conviction personnelle, comme le suggère l'adoption du prénom supplémentaire Léopold peu avant sa mort.




General Patrick Gordon was a key player in the political and military events of his time. This diary, which covers more than six decades, provides a fascinating look at the life of a Scottish nobleman during the 17th century. Gordon's observations and insights are at times humorous, at times poignant, and always illuminating.
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