General Gordon is a biographical book written by Stephen Albert Swaine in 1885. The book is a detailed account of the life of Charles George Gordon, a British Army officer and administrator who became famous for his military campaigns in China and his defense of Khartoum against the Mahdi's forces in Sudan. The book covers Gordon's early life, his military career, and his work as a colonial administrator in China and Africa. It also explores his personality, his religious beliefs, and his political views. The book is based on extensive research and includes many firsthand accounts of Gordon's life and work. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of British imperialism, military history, and the life of one of the most famous and controversial figures of the Victorian era.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.