A Frontier Mystery (1905)

A Frontier Mystery is a novel written by Bertram Mitford and first published in 1905. The story is set in the late 19th century in South Africa, during the time of the Boer War. The main character, a British officer named Captain George Stuart, is sent on a mission to investigate the disappearance of a fellow officer, Captain Ronald Kershaw.As Stuart delves deeper into the mystery, he uncovers a web of intrigue involving local tribes, Boer rebels, and British spies. Along the way, he meets a cast of colorful characters, including a beautiful Boer woman named Elsa van der Merwe, who becomes his ally in the investigation.As the plot thickens, Stuart finds himself in mortal danger, facing off against ruthless enemies with their own hidden agendas. But with the help of Elsa and his own resourcefulness, he manages to unravel the mystery and bring the culprits to justice.A Frontier Mystery is a gripping tale of adventure, romance, and intrigue set against the backdrop of a turbulent period in South African history. Mitford's vivid descriptions of the landscape and culture of the region bring the story to life, while his fast-paced plot keeps readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.