Native Life In South Africa Before And Since The European War And The Boer Rebellion (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161444537)

""Native Life in South Africa Before and Since the European War and the Boer Rebellion"" is a non-fiction book written by Solomon Tshekisho Plaatje. The book provides a detailed account of the lives of native South Africans before and after the European War and the Boer Rebellion. Plaatje, a prominent South African intellectual, journalist, and political activist, offers a unique perspective on the social, economic, and political conditions of South Africa during this period. The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on the history and culture of native South Africans, including their customs, beliefs, and traditions. Plaatje describes the impact of colonialism on the native population, including the loss of land and the erosion of traditional ways of life. He also discusses the role of education in empowering native South Africans and promoting social and economic progress.The second part of the book examines the political situation in South Africa during the European War and the Boer Rebellion. Plaatje offers a firsthand account of the events leading up to the rebellion, including the tensions between the Boer and British settlers and the impact of the South African War. He also discusses the political and social changes that occurred in South Africa after the rebellion, including the rise of the African National Congress and the struggle for civil rights.Overall, ""Native Life in South Africa Before and Since the European War and the Boer Rebellion"" is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the lives and experiences of native South Africans during a critical period in the country's history.This scarce antiquarian book is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.

Author: Solomon Tshekisho Plaatje
ISBN-10: 116144453X
ISBN-13: 9781161444537
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 238
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.85lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.56d