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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book transports readers to a fascinating time and place: South Africa in the late 1800s, during the British colonial era. The author, a young man of fourteen, recounts his experiences as he journeys into the heart of the vast and varied landscapes of the Cape Colony, working on ostrich farms and encountering the diverse people and wildlife of the region. The reader gains a unique perspective on the burgeoning ostrich farming industry, from the birdsââ ⢠breeding habits to the challenging process of feather extraction. Through vivid descriptions, the author provides a detailed look at the daily lives of settlers and the Indigenous populations, offering an intimate glimpse into the complex interactions between different cultures. We experience the dangers of wild animals like baboons and leopards, and the harsh realities of drought, alongside the beauty of the natural world. Ultimately, the author's journey reveals the rugged beauty of South Africa and the diverse, often contradictory experiences of a young man on the cusp of adulthood in a world brimming with both opportunities and challenges. This book offers a captivating and often humorous snapshot of a pivotal period in South African history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330943885_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330943885
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