Die Groot Trek deur Johnson-Barker
Die Groot Trek deur Johnson-Barker
An Accessible, Visually Driven Historical Introduction to the Pioneer Emigration
Bibliographic Specifications
- Title: Die Groot Trek
- Author: Brian Johnson-Barker
- Publisher: Struik Uitgewers, Kaapstad
- Publication Date: 1988 (First Edition thus)
- ISBN-10: 0869775227
- Edition Details: First Edition, Standard Softcover Release. Part of Struik's popular historical series.
- Binding: Original publisher's glossy flexible illustrated card wrappers.
- Physical Format: Slim Quarto (4to), 64 pages. Fully enhanced with bright colour graphics, historical painting reproductions, and clear trek route maps.
- Language: Afrikaans
Official Condition Report
- The Book: Very Good (VG)
- Exterior / Wraps: The glossy covers are bright and clean. Shows only light handling-related wear along the outer edges and corner tips, with a firm, uncreased spine.
- Interior: Very Good Plus (VG+). The text block is tight and secure. The pages are bright and white, completely free of any text underlining, owner signatures, or folded corners.
- The Dust Jacket: Not Applicable (As Issued)
Synopsis & Historical Value
Brian Johnson-Barker’s Die Groot Trek, published by Struik in 1988, is a concise and highly visual introduction to the history of the Great Trek. The book details the major events of the migration, including the crossing of the Drakensberg mountains, the historic battles, and the daily lives of the pioneering families. With its clear maps and excellent use of historical artwork, it serves as a wonderful, easy-to-read guide for anyone looking to understand the core events of this defining era.
Author Profile: Brian Johnson-Barker
Brian Johnson-Barker was a versatile South African historical writer and journalist who authored numerous popular guides on regional history, landmarks, and heritage trails for Struik Publishers. He excelled at distilling complex archival research into engaging, readable narratives, making historical topics accessible to a wider public audience.
