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Jock of the Bushveld

Sir Percy Fitzpatrick
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      Set against the rugged landscapes of the South African bushveld during the gold rush of the 1880s, Jock of the Bushveld is the unforgettable true story of Sir Percy Fitzpatrick and his loyal dog, Jock. Rescued as the runt of a litter, Jock grows into a brave and devoted companion, accompanying Fitzpatrick through the dangers and adventures of life as an ox-wagon transport rider in the old Transvaal. From encounters with wild animals to the daily challenges of a harsh and unpredictable land, their journey is one of courage, resilience and unwavering loyalty. First published in 1907, this much-loved South African classic has captured the hearts of generations. At its core, it is a timeless story of friendship and the extraordinary bond between human and animal – as powerful today as it was over a century ago.

      Format: Paperback / softback CONTRIBUTORS: Sir Percy Fitzpatrick EAN: 9780868522548 COUNTRY: South Africa PAGES: WEIGHT: 500 g HEIGHT: 210 mm
      PUBLISHED BY: Jonathan Ball Publishers SA DATE PUBLISHED: 2026-09-08 CITY: GENRE: FICTION / Classics, FICTION / Literary WIDTH: 138 mm SPINE:

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      Modern and contemporary fiction: general and literary, Classic fiction: general and literary

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      James Percy Fitzpatrick was born in King William’s Town in 1862. Always active in politics, he also found time to write several books besides the classic Jock of the Bushveld. His first book, Through Mashonaland with Pick and Pen, was published in 1892, followed by The Outspan: Tales of South Africa in 1897 and The Transvaal from Within in 1899. He died on his Eastern Cape Farm, Amanzi, in 1931, where he is buried.

      Set against the rugged landscapes of the South African bushveld during the gold rush of the 1880s, Jock of the Bushveld is the unforgettable true story of Sir Percy Fitzpatrick and his loyal dog, Jock. Rescued as the runt of a litter, Jock grows into a brave and devoted companion, accompanying Fitzpatrick through the dangers and adventures of life as an ox-wagon transport rider in the old Transvaal. From encounters with wild animals to the daily challenges of a harsh and unpredictable land, their journey is one of courage, resilience and unwavering loyalty. First published in 1907, this much-loved South African classic has captured the hearts of generations. At its core, it is a timeless story of friendship and the extraordinary bond between human and animal – as powerful today as it was over a century ago.

      Format: Paperback / softback CONTRIBUTORS: Sir Percy Fitzpatrick EAN: 9780868522548 COUNTRY: South Africa PAGES: WEIGHT: 500 g HEIGHT: 210 mm
      PUBLISHED BY: Jonathan Ball Publishers SA DATE PUBLISHED: 2026-09-08 CITY: GENRE: FICTION / Classics, FICTION / Literary WIDTH: 138 mm SPINE:

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      Modern and contemporary fiction: general and literary, Classic fiction: general and literary

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      James Percy Fitzpatrick was born in King William’s Town in 1862. Always active in politics, he also found time to write several books besides the classic Jock of the Bushveld. His first book, Through Mashonaland with Pick and Pen, was published in 1892, followed by The Outspan: Tales of South Africa in 1897 and The Transvaal from Within in 1899. He died on his Eastern Cape Farm, Amanzi, in 1931, where he is buried.

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