Churchills in Africa

by Roberts, Brian

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Book desription: London, England: Hamish Hamilton Ltd., 1970. Green paper on boards. Signed and inscribed on the title page by the author. Volume is lightly worn. Jacket is worn and slightly chipped at the spine ends. The fold overs are creased. Now in clear cover. "For the Churchill family, the 1890s were fateful years. Events were influenced by the turbulent state of affairs prevailing in South Africa - a place then attracting the attentions of ambitious men throughout the world. It offered not only riches but the chance of political involvement and military renown; behind the glitter of Kimberleys's diamonds, the Transvaal's gold and the opening up of Rhodesia, a situation was developing which led inevitably to the Anglo-Boer War. Such a set of circumstances proved irresistible to the spirited Churchill's. Lord Randolph Churchill lost the regard of his countrymen, provoked the rath of the Boers. Lord Randolph's sister, Lady Sarah Wilson - known as the 'heroine of Mafking' has her story told here for the first time. Winston Churchill's exploits in South Africa, as correspondent, escaped prisoner of war and army officer are well known, but Mr. Roberts fills in many gaps. Winston's mother, brother and cousin, the Duke of Marlborough also figure in this immensely livery account of the Churchill's in Africa.. Signed and Inscribed by Author. Hard Cover. Very Good/Good. Illus. by B/W Photographs. Price Clipped.

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