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With Wilson In Matabeleland: Or Sport And War In Zambesia

With Wilson In Matabeleland: Or Sport And War In Zambesia

Donovan, Charles H. W.

Hardcover

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ISBN10: 1163515566
ISBN13: 9781163515563
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 328
Weight: 1.43
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
With Wilson in Matabeleland: Or Sport and War in Zambesia is a book written by Charles H. W. Donovan. The book is a memoir of the author's time in Matabeleland, a region in southern Africa, during the late 19th century. The book details the author's experiences as a big game hunter and soldier during the Matabele Rebellion of 1896. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the author's experiences as a big game hunter in the region. Donovan describes his encounters with various animals, including lions, elephants, and buffalo. He also provides insights into the local culture and customs of the people living in the region. The second part of the book focuses on the author's experiences as a soldier during the Matabele Rebellion. Donovan joined the British South Africa Company's police force and was involved in several battles against the Matabele warriors. He provides a detailed account of the tactics used by both sides and the hardships faced by the soldiers during the conflict. Overall, With Wilson in Matabeleland: Or Sport and War in Zambesia is a fascinating account of the author's experiences in southern Africa during a time of great change and conflict. The book provides insights into the natural history of the region as well as the political and social dynamics of the time.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.

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