A Swiss view of the Transvaal Question explains the forces shaping a colonial clash.
This nonfiction analysis looks at the roots of the Transvaal crisis from a Swiss perspective. It argues that the struggle is less about national independence than about control of wealth, especially gold, and the power of a small ruling elite. The work traces the region’s history, the rise of the Boer republics, and the ways foreign interests entered the scene, including British policy and the Jameson Raid.
Readers will gain a clear, step-by-step sense of the political and financial dynamics that sustained tension between the Transvaal, the Uitlanders, and England. It also examines constitutional changes, governance practices, and the consequences these had for ordinary people under the regime.
Ideal for readers of diplomatic history, South African history, and 19th‑century imperial affairs.
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Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers an in-depth look at the complicated origins and evolution of the conflict between the British and the Boer republics of South Africa during the late 19th century. The author places this conflict within the broader context of European imperialism and the rise of nationalism in Africa. The book delves into the historical events, political maneuvering, and social tensions that contributed to the outbreak of the Boer War in 1899. The author explores the complex interplay between economic interests, racial prejudice, and the struggle for political control. Ultimately, this book provides valuable insights into the colonial dynamics and the far-reaching consequences of the Boer War, shedding light on a significant chapter in world history. 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. Seller Inventory # 9780282061173_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9780282061173
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