Five Years In Kaffirland V2: With Sketches Of The Late War In That Country To The Conclusion Of Peace (1848)

Five Years In Kaffirland V2: With Sketches Of The Late War In That Country To The Conclusion Of Peace (1848) is a historical account of the author's experiences during her five-year stay in Kaffirland, a region in South Africa. The book provides insights into the culture, customs, and traditions of the indigenous people of Kaffirland, as well as the political and social dynamics of the region during the late 19th century.The author, Harriet Ward, was an Englishwoman who traveled to Kaffirland with her husband, a missionary, in the 1840s. During her time there, she witnessed firsthand the devastating effects of the ongoing war between the British settlers and the indigenous Xhosa people. Her observations and experiences are documented in this book, which is divided into two volumes.Volume two of the book focuses on the latter part of Ward's stay in Kaffirland, during which she witnessed the conclusion of the war and the signing of a peace treaty between the British and the Xhosa people. The book includes detailed descriptions of the battles, the strategies employed by both sides, and the impact of the war on the local population.In addition to the historical content, the book also includes sketches and illustrations of the people, places, and events described in the text. These sketches provide a visual representation of the author's experiences and add to the overall richness of the narrative.Overall, Five Years In Kaffirland V2: With Sketches Of The Late War In That Country To The Conclusion Of Peace (1848) is a valuable historical document that provides a unique perspective on the history of Kaffirland and the interactions between the British and the Xhosa people during the 19th century.In Two Volumes.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.