Joe: A Boy In The Wartimes is a historical novel written by Robert W. Bigham and published in 1889. The story is set during the Second Boer War, which took place from 1899 to 1902 in South Africa. The main character, Joe, is a young boy who lives in a small town near the front lines of the war. He dreams of becoming a soldier and fighting for his country, but soon realizes the harsh realities of war. As the conflict intensifies, Joe is forced to confront the violence and destruction that comes with it. He witnesses the horrors of battle and experiences the loss of loved ones. Through it all, Joe must find the strength to persevere and hold on to his hope for a better future. The novel is a poignant portrayal of the effects of war on ordinary people, particularly children, and the power of resilience in the face of adversity.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.