Wallace, Edgar 1875-1932 creator Valkeala, Erkki 1896-1964 text utu 2023 monographic fi 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Sandi: Kertomuksia Joelta" by Edgar Wallace is a collection of stories set in early 20th-century Africa. The narrative revolves around notable characters such as Commissioner Sanders and explores themes related to colonialism, tribal dynamics, and the complexities of governance in a post-colonial landscape. The stories provide a vivid depiction of the encounters between European settlers and the indigenous populations. At the start of the work, we are introduced to Commissioner Sanders, who has been appointed to oversee a region populated by various tribes, including some with a history of cannibalism. The opening chapter "Kuninkaan kasvatus" focuses on Sanders’ experiences managing intertribal conflicts, most notably dealing with the chief of Akasava, who has kidnapped women and livestock from neighboring tribes. The chapter unfolds as Sanders navigates through a web of cultural misunderstandings and personal encounters, showcasing his sometimes ruthless approach to maintaining order and his attempts at political maneuvering. Through his character and actions, Wallace sets the tone for a complex exploration of power, identity, and the intricate ties between the colonizers and the colonized. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2023-12-11 Sirkku-Liisa Häyhä-Karmakainen and Tapio Riikonen Originally published: Jyväskylä: K. J. Gummerus Oy, 1923 British -- Africa -- Fiction Africa, West -- Fiction PR Jyväskylä: K. J. Gummerus Oy, 1923 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/72377 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/72377 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134655.0 72377