Baden-Powell of Mafeking

The novel tells the story of a British officer who becomes embroiled in a plot to overthrow the government of Mafeking during the Second Boer War. The officer's loyalty and integrity are tested as he navigates the complex web of intrigue and deception surrounding him. Along the way, he must confront his own personal demons and make difficult choices that will have far-reaching consequences for himself and those around him.

By J.S. Fletcher · First published 1907 · Genre: Biography, History, Military · 12 chapters · 41,819 words

First lines

If it seems something of an impertinence to write about the life of a man who is still alive and apparently determined to be so for many years of energy and activity, it appears to be almost in the nature of a sacrilege to draw aside the veil which ought to shroud the privacy of his family life. Most English folk, whether they show it or not, are deeply in love with the sentiment expressed in Browning's lines, --

"A peep through my window if some should prefer, But, please you, no foot over threshold of mine" --

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• Work type: Novel
• Author: J.S. Fletcher
• Date: 1907 CE
• Language: English
• Genres: Biography, History, Military, Non-fiction
• Length: 41,819 words
• Structure: 12 chapters, 261 paragraphs
• Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Genres

• Biography — The book focuses on the life and achievements of a historical figure, providing detailed accounts of his experiences and contributions.
• History — It provides historical context and details about the events surrounding the Siege of Mafeking and the broader implications of the Boer War.
• Military — The narrative includes military strategies, battles, and the role of the protagonist in military history.
• Non-fiction — The book is based on factual events and real-life accounts, focusing on historical accuracy and documentation.

Tags

Biography · Historical Fiction · Adventure · War Story · British History · Colonialism · Imperialism · Military Leadership · Leadership · Strategy · Tactics · Siege Warfare

Contents

• The Boy and his People
• The Ashanti Expedition, 1895-6
• The Warm Corner
• "Bathing-Towel"
• The Matabele Campaign, 1896
• Warmer and Warmer
• Learning the Trade
• Sitting Tight
• Scout and Sportsman
• The Last Days
• The Kindly Humorist
• The Relief and the Empire

More by J.S. Fletcher

• The Other Sense (1920)
• The Lighthouse on Shivering Sand (1920)
• The Ivory God (1920)
• The New Sun (1930)
• The Safety Pin (1924)
• The Paradise Mystery (1921)
• The Orange-Yellow Diamond (1903)
• Scarhaven Keep (1923)
• All works by J.S. Fletcher