South African Memories : Social, Warlike & Sporting from Diaries Written at the Time

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Wilson, Sarah Isabella Augusta, Lady, 1865-1929

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Other Title:

South African Memories Social, Warlike and Sporting from Diaries Written at the Time

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"South African Memories" by Lady Sarah Isabella Augusta Wilson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book comprises a collection of personal diaries recounting the author's experiences in South Africa during a tumultuous period marked by both social upheaval and sporting events. Lady Wilson shares her observations and reminiscences from her visits, providing insights into life in South Africa during the late 19th century, including the political tensions surrounding the Boer War. The opening of the book sets the stage for her narrative, beginning with a dedication to her sister, who notably contributed to the Yeomanry Hospitals during the Boer War. Lady Wilson reflects on her personal journey to South Africa, touching upon her initial impressions of Cape Town, where she found both beauty and chaos. As she describes her excitement upon arriving in a politically charged atmosphere, she introduces us to the influential figures of the time, such as Cecil Rhodes and Alfred Beit, while detailing the social and political landscape that would shape her future experiences throughout the continent. Through her engaging prose, the reader gains a glimpse into the complexities of life during a transformative era in South African history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Steven Gibbs and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team

Notes:

Reading ease score: 60.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2004-12-25