Description
The Lives of a Bengal Lancer by Francis Yeats-Brown is a compelling memoir that captures the author’s service as a British cavalry officer in India from 1905 to 1914. Set in the tumultuous North West Frontier, the book explores themes of duty, identity, and the clash of cultures under British rule. With vivid descriptions of military life and personal introspection, it reflects the complexities of colonialism. Celebrated for its narrative flair, the book became a bestseller and was adapted into a 1935 film.