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""Day by Day at Lucknow: A Journal of the Siege of Lucknow"" is a historical account of the 1857 Indian Rebellion, also known as the Sepoy Mutiny, written by Adelaide Case. The book is a firsthand account of the siege of Lucknow, where British soldiers and civilians were trapped by rebel forces for over five months. The author, who was a young British woman living in Lucknow at the time, kept a detailed journal of her experiences during the siege. Her journal entries provide an intimate look at the daily struggles and hardships faced by those trapped inside the city, including shortages of food, water, and medical supplies, as well as constant attacks by rebel forces. The book also includes descriptions of the various personalities and characters involved in the siege, including British officers, Indian soldiers, and local civilians. ""Day by Day at Lucknow"" is a fascinating historical document that offers valuable insights into one of the most significant events in Indian history.1858. Written by Mrs. Case, the widow of Colonel Case, 32nd Regiment. A simple narrative of the siege of Lucknow and the wreck of the steamer that conveyed them from India.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.