Cetywayo and His White Neighbours or Remarks on Recent Events in Zululand, Natal and the Transvaal

Cetywayo and His White Neighbours is a historical account of the events that took place in Zululand, Natal and the Transvaal during the late 19th century. Written by H. Rider Haggard, the book provides a detailed analysis of the political and social landscape of the region during this time period.The book takes its name from Cetywayo, the last king of the Zulu nation, who was deposed by the British in 1879. Haggard provides a comprehensive overview of the events that led up to Cetywayo’s downfall, including the conflicts between the Zulu and Boer settlers in the Transvaal.The author also discusses the impact of British colonialism on the region, including the establishment of Natal as a British colony and the subsequent annexation of Zululand. Haggard explores the tensions between the British and the Boers, as well as the complex relationships between the various indigenous tribes in the area.Throughout the book, Haggard provides a nuanced and insightful analysis of the political and social dynamics that shaped the region during this pivotal period in history. He draws on a wealth of primary sources, including interviews with key figures in the region, to provide a detailed and engaging account of the events that took place.Overall, Cetywayo and His White Neighbours is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of southern Africa, colonialism, and the complex relationships between different cultural groups.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.