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In With ‘Bobs’ and Kruger Volume II, Frederic William Unger — an American freelance journalist who uniquely secured full correspondent passes from both Boer and British forces — shares his vivid experiences and observations from the field.
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With ‘Bobs’ and Kruger Volume II (557/1000) by Frederic William Unger 1977 C. Struik (Pty) Ltd is a richly illustrated and meticulously reproduced limited edition reprint of a rare firsthand account from the Anglo‑Boer War, originally written in 1901. This deluxe 1977 Cape Town edition, published by C. Struik (Pty) Ltd as part of the Anglo‑Boer War Reprint Library, was issued in a numbered series limited to 1,000 copies, making it a prized item for historians, collectors of Africana, and enthusiasts of military memoirs.
In With ‘Bobs’ and Kruger Volume II, Frederic William Unger — an American freelance journalist who uniquely secured full correspondent passes from both Boer and British forces — shares his vivid experiences and observations from the field. Unger travelled extensively during the conflict, witnessing battles, camp life, and strategic movements while offering a balanced and engaging narrative that transcends partisan viewpoints. His wide‑ranging travels brought him to key locations such as Machadodorp, the then capital of the South African Republic, where he conducted one of the few contemporary interviews with President Paul Kruger before Kruger’s departure for Europe.
The volume’s 414 pages are filled with Unger’s observations, impressions, and reflections, supported by contemporary photographs that bring the era to life for modern readers. Unger’s account is valued not only for its eyewitness detail but also for the impartial lens through which he viewed the complex dynamics of the war, making With ‘Bobs’ and Kruger Volume II a compelling primary source for understanding the human dimensions of the Anglo‑Boer conflict.
This C. Struik limited edition edition combines historical depth with collectible appeal, featuring a finely bound hardcover and often a dust jacket, underscoring With ‘Bobs’ and Kruger Volume II as both a scholarly reprint and a treasured piece of Africana publishing history.
Condition: Very Good – In original dust jacket which shows some edge wear. The leather look boards with gilt text is in excellent condition. Prior ownership in ink on inner cover. Foxing visible on end papers and text block edges.
