Publisher's Synopsis
""Why Kruger Made War Or Behind The Boer Scenes: With Two Chapters On The Past And Future Of The Rand And The Mining Industry"" is a historical non-fiction book written by John A. Buttery. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the causes and events of the Second Boer War, which took place between 1899 and 1902 in South Africa. The author explores the motivations and actions of the Boer leader, Paul Kruger, and sheds light on the political and economic factors that led to the conflict. In addition to the main focus on the Boer War, the book also includes two chapters that delve into the history and future of the Rand and the mining industry in South Africa. The author provides a detailed account of the development of the mining industry in the region and its impact on the economy and society. Overall, ""Why Kruger Made War Or Behind The Boer Scenes"" is a comprehensive and informative account of the Boer War and the mining industry in South Africa. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the region and the complex factors that contributed to the conflict.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.