Description
Jock of the Bushveld is one of South Africa’s most beloved adventure classics, telling the true story of a young transport rider and his courageous dog, Jock, during the gold-rush era of the 1880s in the Transvaal Bushveld. The runt of a litter destined to be drowned, Jock grows into a loyal and fearless companion, accompanying his master through dangerous hunts, encounters with wild animals, and the hardships of frontier life.
Blending humour, adventure, and vivid descriptions of the African bush, this timeless tale captures the spirit of pioneering South Africa and the extraordinary bond between man and dog. First published in 1907 and reprinted in many editions—including the popular 1974 reprint—it remains a treasured classic of African literature.
Contents:
Preface
The Background
Into the Bushveld
Jess
The Pick of the Puppies
Jock’s Schooldays
The First Hunt
In the Heart of the Bush
Lost in the Veld
The Impala Stampede
Jock’s Night Out
The Kudu (Koodoo) Bull
Jim Makokel’
The Allies
The Berg
Paradise Camp
The Leopard (Tiger) and Baboons
Buffalo, Bushfire and Wild Dogs
Snowball and Tsetse
Jock’s Mistake
Jantje
Monkeys and Wildebeeste
The Old Crocodile
The Fighting Baboon
The Last Trek
Our Last Hunt
Our Various Ways
His Duty
Glossary of Bushveld Terms
