The Siege of Mafeking (1900)

In "The Siege of Mafeking," A. Hamilton chronicles the harrowing experiences of British forces and civilians during a pivotal 217-day standoff in the Second Anglo-Boer War. Employing a vivid narrative style enriched with emotional depth, Hamilton captures the daily struggles, military strategies, and moral dilemmas faced by the besieged inhabitants. The work situates itself within the context of i...