Publisher's Synopsis
""Three Native Accounts of the Visit of the Bishop of Natal in September and October, 1859, to Umpande, King of the Zulus"" is a book written by John William Natal in 1901. The book is a collection of three accounts of the visit of the Bishop of Natal to Umpande, the King of the Zulus, in 1859. The accounts were written by three different native authors who were present during the visit. The book provides an insight into the cultural and political landscape of Zululand during the mid-nineteenth century. It sheds light on the interactions between the Zulu people and the Europeans, particularly the missionaries. The accounts describe the reception of the Bishop of Natal by the Zulu king, the discussions that took place between them, and the gifts that were exchanged. The book also provides a glimpse into the Zulu people's way of life, their customs, and beliefs. It describes the ceremonies that were held in honor of the Bishop's visit, the food that was served, and the songs that were sung. The accounts also detail the Zulu people's views on Christianity and the missionaries who were trying to convert them. Overall, ""Three Native Accounts of the Visit of the Bishop of Natal in September and October, 1859, to Umpande, King of the Zulus"" is a valuable historical document that provides a unique perspective on the interactions between the Zulu people and the Europeans during the mid-nineteenth century.This scarce antiquarian book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.
