A. G. Hales

Campaign Pictures of the War in South Africa (1899-1900) (eBook, ePUB)

Letters from the Front

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In 'Campaign Pictures of the War in South Africa (1899-1900),' A. G. Hales provides a vivid and compelling account of the Boer War through a collection of photographs captured during the conflict. The book offers a unique perspective on the war, showcasing the harsh realities faced by soldiers and civilians alike. Hales' detailed descriptions complement the images, creating a comprehensive narrative that transports the reader to the battlegrounds of South Africa. The book's blend of visual and textual elements offers a multi-dimensional view of the historical event, making it a valuable resource for scholars and history enthusiasts. A. G. Hales' journalistic approach to documenting the war reflects the era's fascination with visual media and its impact on shaping public perception of international conflicts. His dedication to preserving the visual history of the Boer War highlights the importance of eyewitness accounts in understanding the complexities of war. 'Campaign Pictures of the War in South Africa (1899-1900)' is a must-read for those interested in military history, photography, and the enduring legacy of the Boer War.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 242
• Erscheinungstermin: 4. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664585608
• Artikelnr.: 58596586

Autorenporträt

Alfred Arthur Greenwood Hales was an Australian novelist and war journalist who lived from July 21, 1860, to December 29, 1936. The son of woodturner Frederick Greenwood Hales and his wife Sarah Leigh, née Veal, hales was born in Kent Town, Adelaide. Having completed the standard basic education of the day, he went to the country to start his nomadic career as an apprentice to a carpenter. He was a rouseabout and farm hand for many years before becoming into an amazing rider. He never stayed in one place for very long before coming to Broken Hill, New South Wales, where he worked for a while as a mining reporter for regional newspapers. His first novel, The Wanderings of a Simple Child, was written there and released in 1890. The next year, this was expanded into a third edition. After visiting America and England, hales founded the Adelaide Standard upon his return to Adelaide. After that, he began the Coolgardie Mining Review in Western Australia's goldfields.