| Author |
Steevens, G. W. (George Warrington), 1869-1900 |
| Editor |
Blackburn, Vernon, 1866-1907 |
| LoC No. |
15025131
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| Title |
From Capetown to Ladysmith: An Unfinished Record of the South African War
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 78.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"From Capetown to Ladysmith: An Unfinished Record of the South African War" by G.W. Steevens is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book provides an eyewitness perspective on the South African War, detailing the experiences of soldiers and civilians as war looms over the region. It explores themes of national identity, the dynamics of colonial rule, and the human experiences tied to the conflict. The opening of the text begins with the author's arrival in Capetown, where he describes the character of the city—its atmosphere resembling a blend of Western America and Northern India. As he observes the tensions in the political climate, highlighted by debates in the Legislative Assembly regarding the approaching war, we feel the undercurrents of unrest among the populace. He paints a vivid picture of the city bustling with miners displaced from work, mirroring the imminent threat of war that weighs heavily upon the community. This introductory segment sets the tone for a narrative that promises not only to depict the realities of war but to also delve into the complexities of life in South Africa during a time of deep societal upheaval. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa
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| Subject |
South African War, 1899-1902 -- Personal narratives
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
16337 |
| Release Date |
Jul 20, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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