Life in Afrikanderland as viewed by an Afrikander by CIOS
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| Author | CIOS |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 14008159 |
| Title |
Life in Afrikanderland as viewed by an Afrikander
A story of life in South Africa, based on truth |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by MFR, Wayne Hammond and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "Life in Afrikanderland as viewed by an Afrikander" by CIOS is a historical narrative written in the late 19th century. The book recounts the life experiences of Afrikanders, focusing on themes of identity, struggle, and perseverance amid the socio-political tensions of South Africa during a tumultuous period. It is primarily a depiction of the daily life and aspirations of its protagonist, Steve, alongside his family and community in a time characterized by a quest for independence and national pride. At the start of the narrative, readers are introduced to a poignant death-bed scene where Steve's father imparts critical life lessons about duty to family, faith, and loyalty to their people. This touching moment sets the tone for Steve's coming-of-age story, which unfolds against the backdrop of the Transvaal's fight for independence. The opening chapters delve into Steve’s childhood, portraying his close bond with his mother and siblings, the hardships they face after their father's death, and his blossoming sense of patriotism amidst the rising tensions leading to conflict with the British. This intricate weave of personal and national struggles invites readers to empathize with Steve’s journey and the larger struggles of the Afrikaner people during this pivotal era. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa |
| Subject | Afrikaners |
| Subject | South Africa -- History -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 58503 |
| Release Date | Dec 19, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 64 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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