Reviews

"In this study, Theron (history, University of South Africa) looks at the everyday lives of ordinary citizens in Pretoria, the capital of the South African Republic, during the Anglo-Boer War. The study explores the impact of the war on areas such as commerce and industry, education and religion, health and hospitals, social interaction and leisure activity, and maintenance of community services. A chapter on non-combatants in Pretoria during the war looks at the roles of various races and nationalities. The book's final chapter examines the reaction to the approach of Lord Roberts and the occupation of Pretoria. The book is illustrated with a wealth of b&w historical photos and illustrations. Newly available in the US."-- "Reference and Research Book News"