The Last Boer War

London: Kegan Paul, Trench, Trubner & Co LTD, 1899. First edition. Paperback. Good. 7.5" by 5.5". None. The first edition of this insightful history of the First Boer War, a first hand account by H. Rider Haggard. The first edition of this work.In a custom chemise, in a fine condition. A comprehensive account of the First Boer War, written by H. Rider Haggard in 1882, though not published until 1899. Haggard was in South Africa during this war, this volume vivid with his first-hand account of his experience in the area during this era. The war between the United Kingdom and the Boers of the Transvaal was fought between December 1880 to March 1881.The author's note at the beginning of the work provides an overview of the occurrences in South Africa in the almost two decades since Haggard wrote the work. The Second Boer War begun just two days after the date Haggard finished his author's note. In the original publisher's paper wraps, in a custom quarter morocco chemise. Externally, generally smart. Wraps are a little edge worn and discoloured, with a few minor marks and spots, a little heavier to the rear wrap. Small tears to the head and tail of the front joint. Light wear to the spine. Rear hinge is starting but firm. Internally, generally firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean. Chemise is in a fine condition. Good