Great-Uncle Harry: A Tale of War and Empire Asian History Using the words of the

Using the words of the veterans themselves

In an illuminating study that blends diplomatic

spymasters and their networks of secret agents developed many clever―and sometimes comical―methods of covert communication

Its horrifying lessons are still being examined today

infecting soldiers and civilians alike

Great-Uncle Harry: A Tale of War and Empire Asian History Using the words of theDescription By Michael Palin Paperback Michael Palin recreates the extraordinary life and tragic death of a First World War soldierhis great uncle Harry. Some years ago a stash of family records was handed down to Michael Palin, among which were photos of an enigmatic young man in army uniform, as well as photos of the same young man as a teenager looking uncomfortable at family gatherings. This, Michael learned, was his Great Uncle Harry, born in