Publisher's Synopsis
The Great Boer War is a historical account of the conflict between the British Empire and the Boer states in South Africa from 1899 to 1902. Written by Arthur Conan Doyle, the creator of Sherlock Holmes, the book details the causes and events of the war, including the political tensions between the British and Boer governments, the military strategies employed by both sides, and the impact of the conflict on the people of South Africa.Doyle's narrative is based on his own experiences as a war correspondent during the conflict, as well as on primary sources such as official reports, letters, and diaries. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the war, including its causes, the key players involved, and the military tactics used by both sides.In addition to its historical content, The Great Boer War also offers insights into the attitudes and beliefs of the time. Doyle's writing reflects the imperialist mindset of the British Empire, as well as the racial prejudices that were prevalent at the time. However, the book also provides a nuanced view of the conflict, highlighting the bravery and resilience of the Boer forces and the devastating impact of the war on the civilian population of South Africa.Overall, The Great Boer War is a detailed and engaging account of a significant moment in South African and British history, written by one of the most famous authors of the 19th century.The message sent from the Cabinet Council of September 8th was evidently the precursor either of peace or of war. The cloud must burst or blow over. As the nation waited in hushed expectancy for a reply it spent some portion of its time in examining and speculating upon those military preparations which might be needed. The War Office had for some months been arranging for every contingency, and had made certain disposition.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.
