Basutoland: Its Legends and Customs by Minnie Martin

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Author Martin, Minnie
LoC No. sd19000077
Title Basutoland: Its Legends and Customs
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Summary "Basutoland: Its Legends and Customs" by Minnie Martin is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the rich culture, traditions, and history of the Basuto people, focusing on their customs, notable chiefs, and the geographic beauty of their homeland, Basutoland. It aims to provide insights into the daily life, social structure, and historical narratives that define the identity of the Basuto nation. The opening of this work sets the stage with an overview of Basuto history, beginning with key figures like Mosheshue, the founder of the Basuto nation, and outlining the environmental and cultural context in which they thrived. It describes the landscape of Basutoland, emphasizing its rugged beauty and the lifestyle of its inhabitants, including their methods of herding and farming. The author conveys her personal experiences with the Basuto people, indicating her deep engagement and understanding of their traditions, which serves as a foundation for the comprehensive exploration of the legends and customs that will follow in later chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa
Subject Lesotho -- Social life and customs
Subject Sotho (African people)
Category Text
EBook-No. 44456
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jul 11, 2018
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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