The Rise And Fall Of Krugerism: A Personal Record Of Forty Years In South Africa (1900)

The Rise and Fall of Krugerism is a historical account written by John Scoble, detailing his personal experiences during his forty years in South Africa. The book focuses on the rise and fall of Krugerism, a political movement led by Paul Kruger, which aimed to establish an independent Afrikaner state in South Africa. Scoble provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the Boer War, including the tensions between the British and the Boers, the discovery of gold in the Transvaal, and the subsequent influx of foreigners to the region. He also describes the political climate of the time, the role of the Boer leaders, and the impact of the war on the people of South Africa.Throughout the book, Scoble offers his personal opinions on the events he witnessed, including his views on the Boer leaders, the British government, and the impact of colonialism on the people of South Africa. He also provides insights into the social and economic conditions of the time, including the treatment of black South Africans and the role of the mining industry.Overall, The Rise and Fall of Krugerism is a valuable historical account that offers a unique perspective on the political and social climate of South Africa during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.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.