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Auction #130 begins on 09 Apr 2026

Singleton (John)

THE BATTLEFIELDS OF NATAL REVISITED [1900]

Published: John Singleton, Durban, [1900]

Edition: First Edition

Reserve: $70

Approximately:

Estimate: $90

Bidding opens: 9 Apr 16:30 GMT

Bidding closes: 16 Apr 16:30 GMT

Ships from: South Africa

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Publisher's tan cloth binding with titles in black on front panel.

55pp. Illustrated. Fold-out map at front.

Compiled, illustrated and published by John Singleton, lithographer, Durban.

An uncommon early Durban publication which was issued during the time of war.

Binding sound. Internally clean with former owner's bookplate tipped in on the front paste down.

'It is stated that "the aim of the compiler of this work has been to present a series of views in continuity of district, with a brief and concise narrative of the operations of the Natal Field Force" (South African War, 1899-1902). It is claimed that the photographs are published for the first time, and that they give a more vivid representation of incidents and places of interest connected with the Natal campaign that can be met with in similar productions.' - Mendelssohn Vol. II, page 320-321

  • Binding Condition: Very Good
  • Overall Condition: Very Good
  • Size: Oblong Crown 8vo.


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