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The Poetry Of South Africa (1887)

The Poetry Of South Africa (1887)

Alexander Wilmot

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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Poesía
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9781120038326
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The Poetry of South Africa is a collection of poems compiled by Alexander Wilmot and published in 1887. The book features works from various South African poets, including both English and Afrikaans writers. The poems cover a range of themes, including love, nature, and the struggles of life in South Africa during the late 19th century. The collection offers a glimpse into the cultural and literary landscape of South Africa at the time, showcasing the diversity of voices and perspectives that existed within the country. The Poetry of South Africa is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and literature of this fascinating region.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.

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