Words by an Eyewitness. The Struggle in Natal - `Linesman` [Grant, Capt. Maurice Harold]

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Anglo-Boer War. Anglo-Boereoorlog. 1901 hardcover with 343 pages in good antiquarian condition. Name in ink in front.

Crown 8vo; original blue pictorial cloth; lettered in silver gilt to spine and upper cover; pp. vi + (ii) + 343 + (i) + 32.

(Hackett, p. 166; Mendelssohn I, pp. 625-626) 'One of the most brilliant books of sketches on the South African War, full of sharp and clever criticism, with many pathetic touches. Most of the articles were written during the Natal campaign, and much is said regarding the enormous influence and popularity of the generals, who were able to keep up the spirits of the men amid such a succession of defeats and disasters. The author remarks on the "stupendous folly" of the battle of Colenso, and praises the courage and gallantry of the soldiers engaged. He draws a comparison between the Boer and the ordinary British private, and considered that our soldiers are "too slow to perceive a danger or a possible advantage," as well as being too dependent upon their officers."

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