Galloper Jack

The Remarkable Story of the Man Who Rode a Real War Horse

Brough Scott

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Miscellaneous
01 January 2015

Biography: historical, political & military; History; British & Irish history; 20th century history: c 1900 to c 2000; Bargains

This is Brough Scott's moving biography of his grandfather

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the author of the best-selling Warrior. 'Galloper' Jack Seely was at the heart of some of the most important events of the first part of the 20th century. His early life was one of adventure, sailing to the antipodes, saving the crew of a French ship wrecked off the coast of the Isle of Wight and later raising a squadron and joining the Boer War, where he was awarded the DSO for his bravery. On his return to England he was elected Conservative MP for the Isle of Wight, but just like his close friend Winston Churchill, later crossed over to the Liberal party. At the outbreak of the First World War, Seely went to the Western Front and there made his name as a humane and innovative leader. Written with honesty and wit, this is an exciting, unusual and thought-provoking biography of a man who has been unfairly treated by history.

By: Brough Scott
Imprint: Miscellaneous
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 130mm, Spine: 31mm
ISBN: 9781908216465
ISBN 10: 1908216468
Pages: 416
Publication Date: 01 January 2015
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

BROUGH SCOTT, has covered racing for many years, broadcasting for ITV and Channel 4, as well as co-founding the Racing Post. Voted Best Racing Journalist of the Year 2010, he has written numerous books, including Of Horses and Heroes.