Three Years With Lobengula, And Experiences In South Africa (1894)

von J. Cooper Chadwick

182 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

""Three Years With Lobengula, And Experiences In South Africa"" is a historical book written by J. Cooper Chadwick and published in 1894. The book is a personal account of Chadwick's experiences during his three-year stay in South Africa, where he served as a British government official and had the opportunity to interact with the powerful African king, Lobengula.Chadwick's narrative provides a unique insight into the political and social conditions of South Africa during the late 19th century. He describes the customs and traditions of the indigenous people, their way of life, and their relationship with the British colonizers. He also recounts his personal encounters with Lobengula and his court, shedding light on the king's character and leadership style.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of Chadwick's experience in South Africa. The author covers topics such as the discovery of gold in the region, the Anglo-Zulu War, the Matabele War, and the eventual downfall of Lobengula's kingdom.Overall, ""Three Years With Lobengula, And Experiences In South Africa"" is a valuable historical document that provides a unique perspective on the British colonial era in South Africa. It is a must-read for anyone interested in African history, colonialism, and the impact of European imperialism on the continent.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.

• Themen: Biographie, Literatur und Literaturwissenschaft Biografien und Sachliteratur Allgemein Historisch, politisch, militärisch
• ISBN: 9781104925857
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 10.08.2009
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC