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The Story of Baden-Powell: 'The Wolf That Never Sleeps'

Chapter 13: MAJUBA
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The narrative traces the subject's upbringing, family life, and school years, then follows his varied career as a soldier, scout, and public organizer, mixing vivid anecdotes with reflections on character. Episodes emphasize practical outdoor skills, leadership, and a playful temperament alongside steady principle, presenting scenes of education, adventure, and domestic background. Chapters alternate lively incident and measured appraisal, often with illustrations, to offer an accessible portrait that highlights resourcefulness, moral conduct, and a humorous, encouraging model for younger readers.





Printed by R. & R. Clark, Limited, Edinburgh






PUBLISHER'S ANNOUNCEMENT


Uniform with this volume. 3s. 6d.

SIR GEORGE WHITE

V.C.

THE HERO OF LADYSMITH


By Thomas H.G. Coates

With Illustrations


Cloth, Crown 8vo. 2s.

MAJUBA


BRONKERSPRUIT, INGOGO,
LANG'S NEK, KRUGERSDORP


By Hamish Hendry


With 8 Full-page Illustrations by
R. Caton Woodville


LONDON: GRANT RICHARDS
9 Henrietta Street, W.C.