| Author |
Scully, W. C. (William Charles), 1855-1943 |
| Title |
Reminiscences of a South African Pioneer
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 69.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Charles Klingman
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| Summary |
"Reminiscences of a South African Pioneer" by W. C. Scully is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book reflects on the author's personal experiences and observations as a pioneer in South Africa during a transformative period marked by the discovery of gold and diamonds. It offers insights into life in the rural regions, the social dynamics, and the adventures of early settlers in a land ripe with potential yet fraught with challenges. At the start of the narrative, Scully shares a glimpse into his background, detailing his family's history and his early childhood in Ireland before emigrating to South Africa. He paints vivid pictures of his upbringing, filled with encounters with memorable characters and landmarks. The tone is nostalgic, capturing the simplicity of rural life and the impetus for change as societal shifts occur with the promise of wealth from natural resources. This opening sets the stage for Scully's journey, filled with the anticipation of adventure and the reality of pioneering life in a developing nation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa
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| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
South Africa -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
Scully, W. C. (William Charles), 1855-1943
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| Subject |
Authors, South African -- Biography
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| Subject |
Frontier and pioneer life -- South Africa
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
23638 |
| Release Date |
Nov 26, 2007 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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