Dr. Jameson's Raiders Vs. The Johannesburg Reformers (1897)

By Richard Harding Davis

Book Overview

Dr. Jameson's Raiders Vs. The Johannesburg Reformers (1897) is a historical account written by Richard Harding Davis. The book details the events leading up to the infamous Jameson Raid, a failed attempt by British colonial forces to overthrow the government of the South African Republic (Transvaal) in 1895-1896. The narrative focuses on the clash between Cecil Rhodes, the British imperialist who masterminded the raid, and Paul Kruger, the president of the Transvaal. It also delves into the motivations of the raiders, who were primarily British settlers and mining magnates seeking to expand their economic interests in the region. The book chronicles the raid itself, which was led by Dr. Leander Starr Jameson, and the subsequent trial and imprisonment of the raiders. Davis provides a vivid portrait of the political and social climate of the time, as well as the personalities involved in the conflict. The book is a fascinating account of a pivotal moment in the history of South Africa and the British Empire.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166927784
• ISBN13: 9781166927783
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 70 Pages
• Weight: 0.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"