The Wanderers Club began in Johannesburg and its fortunes rose and fell with those of the Golden City.
The story of the sportsmen who created and preserved it through many misfortunes is a story of wars and revolutions, strikes and fires, bullets and explosions.
The men who found their recreation on its fields and broke sporting records were often played in a wider drama, much of which actually took place on the famous grounds.
The history of the Wanderers Club is bound up with the history of the Transvaal and has for decades been a beacon in the international sporting world. Its story is a human drama of great personalities who were as much pioneers of South Africa as enthusiastic sportsmen.

About the Author

Thelma Gutsche, noted historical writer was born and bred at Somerset West, famous sporting centre and home of the Rugby Morkels - Gerhard, Royal, Douglas, Boy, Harry, Albie, Ray and Denys - and knew them all. She also knew the cricketing giants including A.D. Nourse in his later years. She played tennis for Cape Town University first team, captained local teams and, in addition to playing golf and other games, was qualified to survey the unique historical scene presented by the Wanderers Club on the eve of its 80th anniversary.
From the outset, the Club represented a great deal more than a mere association of sportsmen and Dr Gutsche has called upon her wide experience and knowledge to ell its involved and fascinating history.