Publisher's Synopsis
""Leaves From The Diary Of An Officer Of The Guards"" is a memoir written by John Cowell Stepney. The book was first published in 1854 and provides a detailed account of the author's experiences as an officer in the Guards during the early 19th century. The book is divided into chapters, each of which covers a different period in Stepney's military career. Stepney's diary entries provide a unique insight into the life of a British officer during this time. He describes the daily routines, the training, and the social events that he attended. He also writes about his experiences on the battlefield, including the battles of Waterloo and Quatre Bras. The book is written in a conversational style and provides a vivid picture of life in the Guards during this time. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in military history, as well as those interested in the social and cultural history of the early 19th century.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.
