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Bugles and a Tiger (1948)

por John Masters

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Series: John Masters' Autobiography (Book 1)

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The first of John Master's evocative memoirs about life in the Gurkhas in India on the cusp of WWII John Masters was a soldier before he became a bestselling novelist. He went to Sandhurst in 1933 at the age of eighteen and was commissioned into the 4th Gurkha Rifles in time to take part in some of the last campaigns on the turbulent north-west frontier of India. John Masters joined a Gurhka regiment on receiving his commission, and his depiction of garrison life and campaigning on the North-West Frontier has never been surpassed. BUGLES AND A TIGER is a matchless evocation of the British Army in India on the eve of the Second World War. Still very much the army depicted by Kipling, it stands on the threshold of a war that will transform the world. This book is the first of three volumes of autobiography that touched a chord in the post-war world.… (más)
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"Bugles and a Tiger: A Volume of Autobiography" is a captivating memoir by John Masters, a British officer and writer. Published in 1956, the book offers a firsthand account of Masters' experiences serving in the Indian Army during the early 20th century.

The memoir begins with Masters' arrival in India as a young officer in the 1920s. He vividly describes the sights, sounds, and challenges of life in the Indian Army, immersing readers in the unique cultural and military milieu of the time. The title "Bugles and a Tiger" refers to the bugle calls that marked the daily routines of military life and the tiger, symbolizing the wild and untamed nature of India.

Masters shares captivating stories of his adventures, from leading expeditions in the rugged Northwest Frontier to navigating the complex social dynamics within the ranks of the British Army. He reflects on the camaraderie among the soldiers, the colonial attitudes prevalent at the time, and the conflicts faced by both the officers and the enlisted men.

The book delves into the challenges of maintaining peace in a diverse and volatile region, as well as the British military's efforts to quell uprisings and maintain control. Masters provides insights into the complexities of the British Raj, shedding light on the interactions between the British and the Indian population, the tensions between different ethnic and religious groups, and the shifting political landscape.

Beyond the military aspects, "Bugles and a Tiger" is also a personal account of Masters' growth and development as an individual. He reflects on the impact of his experiences on his character, values, and worldview. The memoir touches on themes of honor, duty, sacrifice, and the personal toll of military service.

Masters' writing style is engaging and evocative, painting a vivid picture of the landscapes, people, and events he encountered during his time in the Indian Army. His love for India and its people shines through, as does his appreciation for the unique blend of cultures and traditions.

"Bugles and a Tiger" is not only a memoir but also a valuable historical document that provides insights into the British colonial era in India. Masters' personal anecdotes and observations offer readers a deeper understanding of the complexities of the time and the human experiences of those involved. ( )
  FallsGalloway | May 7, 2023 |
John Masters may not have been a great novelist, but his three volumes of Autobiography are a treasure to the English-Speaking World. He illuminates the world of the Imperial Indian army of the Inter-war and WWII period. As well it reveals a good deal of the workings of the armies of the English speaking world. Tangentially these books are also useful for the student of the dying days of that Empire. There were good things done by the British in India as well as evil ones and John Masters shows off some of them. If you want to know what the Brits were doing for India as well as to it, I suggest you read this and the other two volumes of this autobiography. ( )
  DinadansFriend | Aug 27, 2019 |
A delight from cover to cover.
This and a more recent publication (Frontier Fighters by Walter Cummings) cover much of the same ground. Masters served with the Ghurkas from 1935, Cummings with the South Waziristan Scouts from 1917. Frontier soldiering did not change much over the two decades covered by the two books, and arguably has little changed to the present day.
Both authors were from English families with histories of long service in India. Cummings was a soldier and writes as a soldier, this is the book you want to read if you need to know about piqueting and patroling. Masters too was a soldier, but he writes as the novelist he later became. He gives colour ,warmth, humour and introspection between periods of fierce action. If you only read one of these books, and both are highly recommended, then it should be Bugles and a Tiger. ( )
  JenIanB | Jul 12, 2010 |
Excellent book on India, the Indian Army, Britain in India. One of the books I have read multiple times. ( )
  dzoss | Apr 6, 2008 |
Wonderfully written memoir; reading this was the first time I understood what staff officers did. ( )
  gmenchen | Aug 1, 2006 |
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The first of John Master's evocative memoirs about life in the Gurkhas in India on the cusp of WWII John Masters was a soldier before he became a bestselling novelist. He went to Sandhurst in 1933 at the age of eighteen and was commissioned into the 4th Gurkha Rifles in time to take part in some of the last campaigns on the turbulent north-west frontier of India. John Masters joined a Gurhka regiment on receiving his commission, and his depiction of garrison life and campaigning on the North-West Frontier has never been surpassed. BUGLES AND A TIGER is a matchless evocation of the British Army in India on the eve of the Second World War. Still very much the army depicted by Kipling, it stands on the threshold of a war that will transform the world. This book is the first of three volumes of autobiography that touched a chord in the post-war world.

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