The siege of Lucknow: A Diary

The Siege of Lucknow: A Diary by Julia Selina Inglis is a poignant firsthand account of the 1857 Indian Rebellion, focusing on the harrowing events during the siege of the British Residency in Lucknow. As the wife of a British officer, Inglis records the daily struggles, fears, and endurance of civilians—especially women and children—trapped in the besieged compound. Her diary offers a deeply personal and emotional perspective on war, survival, and resilience amid one of the most dramatic episodes of colonial India.