Publisher's Synopsis
A Strange Career: Life And Adventures Of John Gladwyn Jebb is a biographical book written by Mrs. John G. Jebb. The book follows the life of John Gladwyn Jebb, a British colonial administrator who served in various parts of the world during the 19th century. The book begins with Jebb's early life and education in England, and then describes his first posting as a young civil servant in India. From there, the book follows Jebb's career as he moves to different parts of the British Empire, including Mauritius, Sierra Leone, and the West Indies. Throughout his career, Jebb encounters a variety of challenges and adventures, including battles with pirates, conflicts with local rulers, and even a shipwreck. The book also explores Jebb's personal life, including his marriage to a woman from Sierra Leone and his relationships with his children. Overall, A Strange Career provides a fascinating look at the life of a colonial administrator during a time of great change and upheaval in the British Empire. It offers insights into the challenges and rewards of working in the colonies, as well as the personal struggles and triumphs of one man's remarkable career.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.
