Publisher's Synopsis
""A History of the Transvaal"" is a historical book written by Henry Rider Haggard, first published in 1899. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of the Transvaal region, which is now part of South Africa, from the early days of exploration and colonization by the Dutch and British to the Boer War of 1899.Haggard's book is divided into several chapters, each covering a different period of the Transvaal's history. He begins with the early Dutch settlers, who established a colony in the region in the 17th century, and goes on to discuss the British takeover of the region in the 19th century. He also covers the discovery of gold in the Transvaal, which led to a rush of immigrants and the establishment of Johannesburg as a major city.The book also delves into the political and social issues that shaped the Transvaal's history, including the conflicts between the Boers and the British, the rise of Afrikaner nationalism, and the struggles for power between different factions within the region. Haggard provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the Boer War, including the negotiations and diplomatic efforts that failed to prevent the conflict.Overall, ""A History of the Transvaal"" is a comprehensive and detailed account of the region's history, written by one of the most famous authors of adventure and historical fiction. It offers a valuable insight into the complex political and social dynamics that shaped the Transvaal's history and provides a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal period in South African history.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.
