Trekkerswee by Totius
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"Trekkerswee" by Totius is a poetic narrative that reflects the life and struggles of early South African settlers, particularly focusing on the experiences of a trekker family during the pivotal time of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This literary work captures the social, economic, and political shifts that shaped the region, with particular emphasis on the discovery of gold and its impact on the community. The likely topic of the
book revolves around themes of settlement, love, loss, and the profound changes brought about by external forces such as the Boer-British War. The narrative unfolds through three main sections, detailing the lives of Gert, Dina, and Willem. Initially, it depicts their simple, rural life, highlighting the bond between Willem and Dina, who eventually marry. However, as Johannesburg rises from the goldfields, the couples face challenges fueled by the allure of newfound wealth, leading to temptation and tragedy. The story ultimately transitions to the historical backdrop of the Boer-British War and the emergence of modern South Africa, exploring the emotional toll of war and change on the families. Totius weaves a poignant tale that resonates with themes of nostalgia, heritage, and the existential dilemmas faced by those in the midst of rapid societal transformation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Totius, 1877-1953 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Trekkerswee Met tekeninge van J.H. Pierneef |
| Credits |
Produced by Michael Ciesielski, Christine D and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 88.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | Afrikaans |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Afrikaans poetry |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 16543 |
| Release Date | Aug 18, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 800 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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