Eight Months In An Ox Wagon - Sandeman, Edward F.
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""Eight Months In An Ox Wagon: Reminiscences Of Boer Life"" is a memoir written by Edward F. Sandeman in 1880. The book describes Sandeman's experiences during his eight-month journey through South Africa in an ox wagon. Sandeman was a British civil servant who was sent to South Africa to work as a magistrate in the 1870s. During his time there, he became fascinated by the Boer way of life and decided to embark on a journey to learn more about it.Sandeman's journey took him through the Transvaal region of South Africa, where he encountered various Boer families and learned about their customs,…mehr

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""Eight Months In An Ox Wagon: Reminiscences Of Boer Life"" is a memoir written by Edward F. Sandeman in 1880. The book describes Sandeman's experiences during his eight-month journey through South Africa in an ox wagon. Sandeman was a British civil servant who was sent to South Africa to work as a magistrate in the 1870s. During his time there, he became fascinated by the Boer way of life and decided to embark on a journey to learn more about it.Sandeman's journey took him through the Transvaal region of South Africa, where he encountered various Boer families and learned about their customs, beliefs, and way of life. He describes the harsh conditions of the journey, including the extreme weather, the difficult terrain, and the dangers posed by wild animals and hostile tribes.Throughout the book, Sandeman provides a detailed account of his interactions with the Boers, including their hospitality, their religious beliefs, and their attitudes towards the British. He also discusses the political tensions between the Boers and the British, which would eventually lead to the Boer War.""Eight Months In An Ox Wagon: Reminiscences Of Boer Life"" is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the lives of the Boers during the late 19th century. Sandeman's vivid descriptions of the landscape, the people, and the customs of the Boers make this book a fascinating read for anyone interested in South African history and culture.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.