9781333081768 - The Transvaal Outlook, Vol. 1: With Maps (Classic Reprint) de Stickney, Albert (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the second Boer War from the vantage point of the Transvaal at its outbreak in 1899, offering a unique perspective on the conflict. The author argues that the British government, led by Joseph Chamberlain, deliberately provoked the conflict, confident of an easy victory. However, the Transvaal, despite being outmatched in manpower and equipment, mounted a spirited and effective defense, utilizing their knowledge of the terrain and innovative tactics, which surprised and frustrated the British. The author explores the war's origins, the strategies employed by both sides, and its impact on the region, providing a nuanced and insightful analysis of a significant historical event. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.