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Book Synopsis: Featuring previously unpublished sources, this 'enjoyable as well as massively impressive' bestseller is a definitive account of the Boer War (Financial Times). The war declared by the Boers on 11 October 1899 gave the British, as Kipling said, 'no end of a lesson'. It proved to be the longest, the costliest, the bloodiest and the most humiliating campaign that Britain fought between 1815 and 1914.
Thomas Pakenham's narrative is based on first-hand and largely unpublished sources ranging from the private papers of the leading protagonists to the recollections of survivors from both sides. Mammoth in scope and scholarship, as vivid, fast-moving and breathtakingly compelling as the finest fiction. The Boer War is the definitive account of this extraordinary conflict - a war precipitated by greed and marked by almost inconceivable blundering and brutalities... and whose shattering repercussions can be felt to this very day.
'Not only a magnum opus, it is a conclusive work ... Enjoyable as well as massively impressive' - Financial Times
'This is a wonderful book: brilliantly written ... the reader turns each page with increasing fascination and admiration' - A.J.P. Taylor
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The Boer War, a riveting account of one of Britain's most humiliating campaigns, is now available in this definitive edition. With previously unpublished sources and a narrative based on first-hand accounts, this bestseller by Thomas Pakenham is a must-have for history enthusiasts. Experience the bloodiest and costliest conflict that Britain fought between 1815 and 1914, filled with unimaginable blundering and brutalities. Don't miss out on the opportunity to delve into this captivating story that continues to shape our world today.
As the Financial Times states, this book is not only a magnum opus but also an enjoyable read. Pakenham's writing is both vivid and fast-moving, making it as compelling as any work of fiction. From the private papers of key figures to the recollections of survivors, this meticulously researched account is a scholarly masterpiece. Each page will leave you fascinated and in awe, just as esteemed historian A.J.P. Taylor experienced.
Take advantage of this incredible offer and get your hands on a copy of The Boer War today. Whether you're a history buff or simply love a gripping tale, this book is sure to captivate you. Don't miss out on the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of this momentous conflict. Order now and embark on a journey through one of Britain's most significant encounters with The Boer War.
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