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  • Jock of the Bushveld

    The touching true story of an indefatigably loyal dogWhile James Percy FitzPatrick was working as a transport rider in South Africa, 1 of his companion dogs—a well-bred Staffordshire Bull Terrier—had a litter of 6 puppies. All of the newborn terriers were perfect, healthy specimens—except for the runt, "a poor, miserable little rat of a thing about half the size of the others." This sickly pup ... Read more

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  • Jock of the Bushveld

    "Jock of the Bushveld" is a classic tale that captures the adventures of a brave dog named Jock and his master, Percy Fitzpatrick, in the wilds of South Africa. The story is set against the backdrop of the beautiful and rugged landscape of the bushveld, where Jock, a loyal and intelligent dog, accompanies Fitzpatrick on his journeys. The narrative is rich with vivid descriptions of the flora and ... Read more

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  • The Outspan Tales of South Africa

    The term "outspan" refers to a place where wagons stop to rest or unload, typically during long journeys or when traveling through the countryside. In the context of Fitzpatrick's stories, "The Outspan Tales" likely explores various aspects of South African life, culture, and landscapes through a series of narrative vignettes.Fitzpatrick's writing is characterized by its rich descriptions, ... Read more

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  • The Transvaal from Within: A Private Record of Public Affairs

    In "The Transvaal from Within: A Private Record of Public Affairs," Percy Fitzpatrick presents an incisive examination of the political and social landscape of the South African Republic during a tumultuous period marked by the Second Anglo-Boer War. Through a blend of personal anecdote and astute observation, Fitzpatrick crafts a narrative that combines vivid storytelling with acute political ... Read more

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  • Jock of the Bushveld

    Jock of the Bushveld is the classic and much-loved story based on the true experiences of Sir Percy Fitzpatrick and his Staffordshire bull terrier, Jock. The story begins in the 1880s, at the time of the South African gold rush, when a young Fitzpatrick worked as an ox-wagon transport rider in the old Transvaal. There he came across a man who was in the process of drowning a puppy, the runt of the ... Read more

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  • The Outspan: Tales of South Africa

    Enriched edition. Journeys through African Culture and History

    In "The Outspan: Tales of South Africa," Percy Fitzpatrick presents a captivating collection of narratives that vividly encapsulate the landscapes, cultures, and adventures of late 19th-century South Africa. Written in a rich, descriptive style that combines elements of realism and romanticism, Fitzpatrick's tales reflect both the beauty and the harshness of the South African wilderness and its ... Read more

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  • JOCK OF THE BUSHVELD - The Classic African Children's Story

    Jock Of The Bushveld is a true story by South African author Sir James Percy FitzPatrick.[1] The book tells of FitzPatrick's travels with his dog, Jock, a Staffordshire Bull Terrier cross, during the 1880s, when he worked as a storeman, prospector's assistant, journalist and ox-wagon transport-rider in the Bushveld region of the Transvaal (then the South African Republic).Jock’s mother, Jess, was ... Read more

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  • Jock of the Bushveld

    Enriched edition.

    In "Jock of the Bushveld," Percy Fitzpatrick weaves a captivating narrative that merges adventure and the rich tapestry of South African wildlife. Anchored in the late 19th century, this semi-autobiographical tale chronicles the life of an intrepid transport-rider, Sir Percy Fitzpatrick, and his loyal dog, Jock. Through vivid prose and heartfelt storytelling, Fitzpatrick captures the rugged beauty ... Read more

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  • Jock of the Bushveld

    Enriched edition. An African Adventure of Friendship and Survival

    In "Jock of the Bushveld," Percy Fitzpatrick weaves a captivating narrative that blends adventure, loyalty, and the vivid landscapes of South Africa. This semi-autobiographical tale is centered around the bond between a man and his dog, Jock, as they traverse the rugged terrain of the bushveld. Fitzpatrick's literary style combines rich descriptions with a conversational tone, capturing the ... Read more

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  • The Transvaal from Within: A Private Record of Public Affairs

    Enriched edition. A Political Insider's Perspective on Colonial South Africa

    In "The Transvaal from Within: A Private Record of Public Affairs," Percy Fitzpatrick offers an incisive and personal account of the political and social landscape of the Transvaal Republic during the tumultuous period leading up to the Second Boer War. Written in a compelling narrative style, Fitzpatrick combines vivid descriptions with astute observations, painting a nuanced portrait of a ... Read more

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  • Jock of the Bushveld (Summarized Edition)

    Enriched edition. A South African Bushveld adventure of childhood exploration, survival in nature, and the loyal bond between a boy and his dog

    Jock of the Bushveld recounts a young transport rider's bond with his bull-terrier cross across the Transvaal bushveld of the 1880s. In episodic, campfire-shaped chapters—rich in local idiom, sharp topographical detail, and set pieces of treks, hunts, and river crossings—FitzPatrick blends frontier memoir with animal tale. Laconic humor meets exacting nature writing; original illustrations ... Read more

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  • Jock of the Bushveld

    original, unabridged

    This is the original and unabridged version of this South African classic.Jock of the Bushveld, a story set in the rough Bushveld of South Africa's gold mining era. Jock is the faithful dog and companion of a transport-rider. Through their adventures we catch a glimpse of those heady gold rush days. Jock, the runt of the litter turns out to be a faithful companion to the end.Jock has adventures ... Read more

    $4.80 USD