The War in South Africa it`s Causes and Effects by JA Hobson | First Edition 1900
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The War in South Africa it's Causes and Effects
By J A Hobson
"The War in South Africa - Its Causes and Effects" is a 1900 work by English social scientist John Atkinson Hobson that explores the reasons and ramifications of The Second Boer War in South Africa, which lasted from the 11th of October, 1899 to the 31st of May, 1902. Hobson was present in South Africa leading to and during the outbreak of the conflict, and presents in this book the things he saw and heard together with an economic and political analysis thereof.
This fascinating volume offers a unique insight into the social and economical factors of the war and is as such highly recommended for anyone with an interest in the subject. Contents include: "Political Position in Cape Colony", "Johannesburg in the Summer of 1899", "Personages and Parties in the Transvaal", "The Personality of President Kruger", "Other Forces in Transvaal Politics", "The War Spirit in Pretoria", "The Race Conflict in South Africa", "The Helots in Johannesburg", "The Demand for the Franchise", etc.
Binding: Hard cover without dust jacket
Book Condition: Good condition. Some slight wear on the edges of the cover. As well as some minor signs of aging / foxing on some of the pages. Previous owners name on the first page. As per photos.
Edition: 1900 First Edition
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