
Poetry of South Africa
'Poetry of South Africa' Summary
Alexander Wilmot's "Poetry of South Africa" is a collection of poems from various sources within the Cape Colony, Natal, and the Transvaal, spanning the 19th century. It showcases a diverse range of poetic voices and perspectives, reflecting the social, political, and cultural landscape of the time. The anthology includes poems on themes such as colonialism, the natural world, the Zulu War, and the lives and experiences of the people living in these regions. Wilmot, known for his historical works including "History of the Zulu War 1879," uses this collection to present a literary tapestry of South Africa during a period of profound change and upheaval. The poems offer insights into the realities of colonial life, the struggles and resilience of the indigenous populations, and the evolving cultural identities emerging in the region. This compilation serves as a valuable historical and literary document, offering a glimpse into the diverse voices and perspectives that shaped the South African literary scene in the 19th century.Book Details
Language
EnglishOriginal Language
Published In
Genre/Category
Tags/Keywords
Download eBooks
Listen/Download Audiobook
Related books

Wit and Humor of America, Vol 09 by Various
This volume, part of a ten-volume series, presents a collection of 37 short stories and poems by 31 American authors. The focus is on humor and wit, s...

Rover Vol. 01 No. 13 by Lawrence Labree
Published in 1843, "The Rover" was a weekly magazine that offered a selection of short stories, poems, and engravings. Edited by Seba Smith and Lawre...

Poems of the Great War by Various
This collection of poems from the outset of the First World War sought to bolster the war effort and reinforce the determination of the British people...

Journal of Francis Asbury, Volume II by Francis Asbury
Francis Asbury's journal offers a firsthand account of the spread of Methodism in America during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. It details hi...

Bahai Revelation by Thornton Chase
The Bahá'í Revelation is an introductory book to the Bahá'í Faith written by Thornton Chase, who is recognized as the first convert to the Bahá'í Fait...

Memoirs of a Revolutionist, Vol. 1 by Peter Kropotkin
**Memoirs of a Revolutionist** is the autobiography of Peter Kropotkin, a Russian anarcho-communist and scientist. The book provides a firsthand accou...

The Wrong of Slavery, the Right of Emancipation, and the Future of the African Race in the United States by Robert Dale Owen
"The Wrong of Slavery" is a work written by Robert Dale Owen based largely off of the work of the Freedmen's Inquiry Commission where he served. It tr...

Lost Art of Reading by Gerald Stanley Lee
Gerald Stanley Lee's 'Lost Art of Reading' delves into the impact of rapid industrialization and urbanization on the individual in the early 20th cent...

Balladen by Carl Spitteler
Carl Spitteler's "Balladen" is a collection of ballads showcasing the author's mastery of the form. The poems delve into themes of history, myth, and...

Loss of the S. S. Titanic by Lawrence Beesley
This is a 1st hand account written by a survivor of the Titanic about that fateful night and the events leading up to it as well as the events that fo...
Reviews for Poetry of South Africa
No reviews posted or approved, yet...