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Title: Pieter Maritz, der Buernsohn von Transvaal
Note: Reading ease score: 77.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary: "Pieter Maritz, der Buernsohn von Transvaal" by August Niemann is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story appears to depict the life and challenges of Pieter Maritz, a young boy in the Transvaal region of South Africa, during a tumultuous period marked by conflict between the Boer settlers and indigenous tribes. The narrative is likely interwoven with themes of bravery, survival, and the societal tensions of the time, providing a glimpse into the struggles faced by pioneers. At the start of the novel, Pieter and his father, a Boer settler, are introduced fleeing from enemies in the South African wilderness. The heavy atmosphere of danger is palpable as they seek refuge in a cave. Injured and bleeding, the father passes on memories and warnings to Pieter, emphasizing the necessity to cherish their homeland and remain vigilant against threats, particularly from the English. After the father's death, Pieter finds himself alone and determined to navigate the hostile environment, searching for his community against the backdrop of a captivating yet treacherous landscape. This opening sets a tone of intrigue and highlights the impending adventures and challenges that await the young protagonist in a rapidly changing world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Niemann, August, 1839-1919
EBook No.: 55657
Published: Oct 1, 2017
Downloads: 61
Language: German
Subject: Transvaal (South Africa) -- History -- War of 1880-1881 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Pieter Maritz, der Buernsohn von Transvaal
Note: Reading ease score: 77.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Peter Becker and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Pieter Maritz, der Buernsohn von Transvaal" by August Niemann is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story appears to depict the life and challenges of Pieter Maritz, a young boy in the Transvaal region of South Africa, during a tumultuous period marked by conflict between the Boer settlers and indigenous tribes. The narrative is likely interwoven with themes of bravery, survival, and the societal tensions of the time, providing a glimpse into the struggles faced by pioneers. At the start of the novel, Pieter and his father, a Boer settler, are introduced fleeing from enemies in the South African wilderness. The heavy atmosphere of danger is palpable as they seek refuge in a cave. Injured and bleeding, the father passes on memories and warnings to Pieter, emphasizing the necessity to cherish their homeland and remain vigilant against threats, particularly from the English. After the father's death, Pieter finds himself alone and determined to navigate the hostile environment, searching for his community against the backdrop of a captivating yet treacherous landscape. This opening sets a tone of intrigue and highlights the impending adventures and challenges that await the young protagonist in a rapidly changing world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Niemann, August, 1839-1919
EBook No.: 55657
Published: Oct 1, 2017
Downloads: 61
Language: German
Subject: Transvaal (South Africa) -- History -- War of 1880-1881 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.