Tales Of South Africa (1896) - Henry Anderson Bryden - Bog

Tales of South Africa is a collection of short stories written by Henry Anderson Bryden and published in 1896. The stories are set in South Africa and reflect the author's experiences and observations of the country during his time as a civil servant there. The book is divided into three sections, each containing a number of stories. The first section, titled ""The Zulu War"", focuses on the conflict between the British and the Zulu people in the late 19th century. The stories in this section explore the brutality and violence of the war, as well as the cultural differences between the two sides.The second section, titled ""The Boer War"", deals with the conflict between the British and the Boer republics in the early 20th century. These stories explore the political and social tensions that led to the war, as well as the experiences of soldiers and civilians caught up in the conflict.The final section, titled ""Miscellaneous Tales"", contains stories that are not directly related to any particular conflict. These stories explore various aspects of South African life, including the experiences of missionaries, the struggles of farmers, and the challenges faced by people trying to make a living in a harsh and unforgiving environment.Overall, Tales of South Africa provides a vivid and engaging portrait of a complex and fascinating country during a turbulent period in its history. The book is notable for its detailed descriptions of South African landscapes and cultures, as well as its nuanced exploration of the political and social issues that shaped the country's past and continue to shape its present.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.