Originally published in 1897 and containing maps, portraits and numerous illustrations from photographs taken by the author, Towards Khartoum - The story of the Soudan War is a fascinating novel of the period and still an interesting read today. The author has tried to give some account of how the Egyptian army did its work in the most important campaign in which it has yet been engaged - A campaign which seems likely to be the prelude to still greater events.... Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.