Publisher's Synopsis
Ten Years Captivity In The Mahdi�������s Camp, 1882-1892: From The Original Manuscripts Of Father Joseph Ohrwalder is a first-hand account of the experiences of Father Joseph Ohrwalder during his captivity in the Sudanese Mahdist state. Father Ohrwalder was a member of the Austrian mission in Khartoum when the Mahdi, a religious leader who claimed to be the savior of Islam, launched a revolt against the Ottoman Empire. The Mahdi's forces captured Khartoum in 1885, and Father Ohrwalder was taken prisoner along with other Europeans and Egyptians.The book recounts Father Ohrwalder's experiences as a captive of the Mahdi's forces, including his initial imprisonment in Omdurman, his transfer to the Mahdi's camp at Jebel Gedir, and his eventual release in 1892. Father Ohrwalder describes the harsh conditions of his captivity, including the lack of food and water, the prevalence of disease, and the constant threat of violence. He also provides insights into the Mahdi's religious beliefs and political ideology, as well as the daily life of his followers.The book is based on Father Ohrwalder's original manuscripts, which were discovered in the Vatican archives in the 1980s. The manuscripts were translated from German into English by the historian Rudolf Slatin, who also provides an introduction and annotations to the text. Ten Years Captivity In The Mahdi�������s Camp, 1882-1892 offers a unique perspective on one of the most significant events in Sudanese and Islamic history, and sheds light on the experiences of European captives in the late 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.
