The Poetry of South Africa by Alexander Wilmot
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"The Poetry of South Africa" by Alexander Wilmot is a collection of poetry written in the late 19th century. This compilation gathers verses from various poets across the regions of Cape Colony, Natal, and the Transvaal, highlighting the diverse experiences and cultural landscapes of South Africa during that time. The topics likely encompass themes of nature, colonization, identity, and the historical context of South Africa, as well as reflections on the lives
of its inhabitants. The opening of this anthology introduces the reader to the effort involved in compiling the works, noting the importance of preserving various cultural expressions despite some omissions from the collection. It presents a nostalgic longing for the simpler days of South African life, contrasting the past with the accelerating changes brought by modernization and colonization. Notably, it includes poem excerpts, showcasing notable pieces such as “The Smouse,” which portrays the life of a wandering trader, and “The Bechuana Boy,” representing the experiences of indigenous people. These pieces invite readers to engage with the emotional depth and diverse narratives that characterize South African poetry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Editor | Wilmot, Alexander, 1836-1924 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Poetry of South Africa |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif, MWS, Bryan Ness and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 74.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | South African poetry (English) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 52928 |
| Release Date | Aug 29, 2016 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 563 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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