From the Front: Being the Observations of Mr. A.B. (Banjo) Paterson, Special War Correspondent in South Africa, November 1899 to July 1900 / edited by R.W.F. Droogleever

Author:
A.B. (Andrew Barton) Paterson; edited by R.W.F. Droogleever

Publisher:
Pan Macmillan, Sydney, 2000

Format:
Hardcover

Pages:
viii, 488 pages, plus 8 pages of plates; includes illustrations, maps, portraits, and facsimiles

ISBN:
0732910625

Condition:
Very Good – light shelf wear to boards; internally clean and tightly bound

Description:
This meticulously edited volume presents Banjo Paterson’s firsthand dispatches from the South African (Boer) War, where he served as a war correspondent between 1899 and 1900. Covering battles, daily military life, and the politics of empire, From the Front offers an extraordinary insight into both the conflict and the character of one of Australia’s most beloved writers. With detailed notes, maps, and historical context provided by editor R.W.F. Droogleever, this book is both a valuable research resource and a compelling narrative.

Why You'll Love It:
A unique perspective on colonial warfare through the eyes of Australia’s iconic bush poet. This is essential reading for those interested in the Boer War, military journalism, and Banjo Paterson’s broader legacy. A rich blend of history, literature, and reportage.