H. Rider Haggard

The Last Boer War (Barnes & Noble Digital Library) (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Haggard lived for years among the British Empire's colonial officials in South Africa. Also published as A History of the Transvaal, this 1899 work of nonfiction describes the inhabitants, their laws and customs, and the clash of powers. History as only Haggard could tell it.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Barnes & Noble
• Seitenzahl: 274
• Altersempfehlung: ab 0 Jahre
• Erscheinungstermin: 8. März 2011
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781411443471
• Artikelnr.: 43110170

Autorenporträt

Henry Rider Haggard (1856-1925) was an English writer of adventure novels set in exotic locations, predominantly Africa, and a founder of the Lost World literary genre. His stories, situated at the lighter end of Victorian literature, continue to be popular and influential. Haggard's deep association with South Africa stemmed from his time spent there as a young man during which he developed a great respect for the country and its cultures. Leveraging his personal experiences, he imbued his narratives with a sense of realism and sympathy for the region's people and complexities. Notably, Haggard's novel 'The Last Boer War' (1899) is both a work of fiction and a unique historical account. Unlike his more famous works of fiction, such as 'King Solomon's Mines' (1885) and 'She' (1887), this book provides a detailed observation of the Boer society and the events leading up to the conflict in South Africa, accuracy underscored by his firsthand knowledge and insights. Haggard's writing style is characterized by a mix of adventure, fantasy, and a fervent rendition of the locations he described, making his works compelling to both contemporary audiences and readers today. His literature not only entertains but also provides a valuable lens into the imperials and colonial mindset of his time, exploring the clash of cultures with empathy and granularity.