Jock Of The Bushveld

von Percy Fitzpatrick

536 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Jock Of The Bushveld is a classic adventure novel written by Percy Fitzpatrick. It is a true story of a loyal and brave dog named Jock, who lived in the South African bushveld during the late 19th century. The book is set against the backdrop of the gold rush era, where Fitzpatrick worked as a transport rider.The story follows Jock's life from his early days as a puppy to his adventures with his owner, Fitzpatrick. Jock is a Staffordshire Bull Terrier who accompanies Fitzpatrick on his journeys across the bushveld, where they encounter various wild animals like lions and hyenas. Jock proves to be a fearless and loyal companion to Fitzpatrick, and the two develop a deep bond that lasts a lifetime.The book is not just a story of Jock's adventures, but it also provides a glimpse into the lives of the people who lived in the bushveld during that time. It is a tribute to the rugged and adventurous spirit of the pioneers who explored and settled in the region. The book also highlights the harsh realities of life in the bushveld, including the dangers posed by wild animals, the challenges of living in a remote and unforgiving environment, and the complex relationships between different communities.Overall, Jock Of The Bushveld is a heartwarming and exciting tale that will appeal to readers of all ages. It is a timeless classic that celebrates the enduring bond between humans and animals, and the enduring spirit of adventure that drives us to explore and discover the world around us.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Themen: Biographie, Literatur und Literaturwissenschaft Biografien und Sachliteratur Memoiren, Berichte, Erinnerungen
• ISBN: 9781432534622
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 10.04.2007
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC