Publisher's Synopsis
Cetywayo and His White Neighbours is a historical book written by H. Rider Haggard, which provides an account of the events that took place in Zululand, Natal, and the Transvaal in the late 19th century. The book is named after Cetywayo, the last king of the Zulu nation, who was a central figure in the conflicts that arose between the Zulus and the European settlers.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific event or aspect of the conflicts. The first chapter provides an overview of the history of the Zulu nation and their interactions with the Europeans. The subsequent chapters describe the various battles and negotiations that took place between the Zulus and the Europeans, including the Anglo-Zulu War of 1879.Haggard offers his own observations and opinions on the events, drawing on his own experiences as a colonial administrator in South Africa. He also includes quotes from other sources, such as letters and official reports, to provide a comprehensive view of the conflicts.Overall, Cetywayo and His White Neighbours is a detailed and informative account of the conflicts that arose between the Zulus and the Europeans in the late 19th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of South Africa or the interactions between indigenous peoples and colonial powers.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.
