War In South Africa And The Dark Continent: From Savagery To Civilization; War With The Boers: The Causes And Events Of The British-Boer War
War In South Africa And The Dark Continent: From Savagery To Civilization; War With The Boers: The Causes And Events Of The British-Boer War
Author: William Harding, Donald Macdonald, John Sandes
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Australian Publishing Company, 1899
Condition:
Book: Acceptable
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Rebound copy with pages that have become extremely brittle, with the title page and fold‑out map heavily reinforced with tape, yet it remains a compelling survivor that documents Australia’s involvement in the Boer War.
This comprehensive historical account, War In South Africa And The Dark Continent: From Savagery To Civilization; War With The Boers: The Causes And Events Of The British-Boer War, chronicles the complex origins and brutal realities of the British-Boer War. It presents a detailed examination of the political tensions, colonial ambitions, and military strategies that defined this pivotal conflict in South African history. The narrative uncovers the profound impact of the war on both the region and the broader British Empire, illustrating the societal and cultural transformations that ensued. This authoritative work details the key events and figures, offering a critical perspective on the era's imperialistic endeavors and their lasting consequences.
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Author: William Harding, Donald Macdonald, John Sandes
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Australian Publishing Company, 1899
Condition:
Book: Acceptable
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Rebound copy with pages that have become extremely brittle, with the title page and fold‑out map heavily reinforced with tape, yet it remains a compelling survivor that documents Australia’s involvement in the Boer War.
This comprehensive historical account, War In South Africa And The Dark Continent: From Savagery To Civilization; War With The Boers: The Causes And Events Of The British-Boer War, chronicles the complex origins and brutal realities of the British-Boer War. It presents a detailed examination of the political tensions, colonial ambitions, and military strategies that defined this pivotal conflict in South African history. The narrative uncovers the profound impact of the war on both the region and the broader British Empire, illustrating the societal and cultural transformations that ensued. This authoritative work details the key events and figures, offering a critical perspective on the era's imperialistic endeavors and their lasting consequences.
