James Percy Fitzpatrick

Sir James Percy FitzPatrick (1862–1931) was a South African author, politician, mining financier, and pioneer of the fruit industry. He is best known for his classic children's book, Jock of the Bushveld (1907), which recounts his experiences as a transport rider in the eastern Transvaal during the gold rush era. FitzPatrick was also active in politics and played a role in the creation of the Union of South Africa.