The South African Question by Olive Schreiner
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About this eBook
| Author | Schreiner, Olive, 1855-1920 |
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| LoC No. | 99003849 |
| Title | The South African Question |
| Note | Reading ease score: 58.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The South African Question" by Olive Schreiner is a political and social treatise written during the late 19th century. In this book, Schreiner delves into the complexities of identity and belonging among South Africans who are caught between their ties to both England and the land of their birth. The likely topic revolves around the tensions faced by English and Dutch descendants living in South Africa, particularly in the context of impending war at the turn of the century. In this work, Schreiner articulates the deep emotional and cultural bonds that South Africans hold for both their homeland and the English nation. She expresses the anguish felt by those who identify as both English and South African, emphasizing how the looming threat of war can rupture these complex relationships and drive a wedge between fellow countrymen. The book reflects on the profound implications of colonialism, the influx of foreigners seeking wealth in gold and diamonds, and the subsequent socio-political upheaval, calling for understanding and unity among South Africans of all descents. Schreiner’s poignant narrative serves as a call for compassion, reflection, and ultimately, the quest for a just and peaceful coexistence. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa |
| Subject | Transvaal (South Africa) -- Politics and government -- 1880-1910 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 60560 |
| Release Date | Oct 23, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 71 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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