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What I Saw In Kaffir-Land (1880)

What I Saw In Kaffir-Land (1880)

Lakeman, Stephen Bartlet

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ISBN10: 1166175537
ISBN13: 9781166175535
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 250
Weight: 0.75
Height: 0.53 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
What I Saw In Kaffir-Land is a book written by Stephen Bartlet Lakeman, first published in 1880. The book is a personal account of Lakeman's travels and experiences in South Africa during the late 19th century. Kaffir-Land refers to the region inhabited by the Kaffir people, a term used to describe the Bantu-speaking ethnic groups in Southern Africa.The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of Lakeman's journey. He describes the landscape, wildlife, and people he encounters, as well as the political and social conditions of the region. Lakeman also discusses the conflicts between the British colonizers and the indigenous peoples, particularly the Xhosa Wars and the Zulu Wars.Lakeman's writing is notable for its vivid descriptions and personal observations. He provides a unique perspective on the culture and customs of the Kaffir people, as well as the impact of colonialism on their way of life. The book also includes illustrations and photographs that add to the visual richness of Lakeman's account.Overall, What I Saw In Kaffir-Land is an important historical document that offers insight into the colonial era in South Africa. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in African history, travel writing, or anthropology.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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