Steevens, G. W. (George Warrington) 1869-1900 creator Blackburn, Vernon 1866-1907 text utu 2005 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "From Capetown to Ladysmith: An Unfinished Record of the South African War" by G.W. Steevens is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book provides an eyewitness perspective on the South African War, detailing the experiences of soldiers and civilians as war looms over the region. It explores themes of national identity, the dynamics of colonial rule, and the human experiences tied to the conflict. The opening of the text begins with the author's arrival in Capetown, where he describes the character of the city—its atmosphere resembling a blend of Western America and Northern India. As he observes the tensions in the political climate, highlighted by debates in the Legislative Assembly regarding the approaching war, we feel the undercurrents of unrest among the populace. He paints a vivid picture of the city bustling with miners displaced from work, mirroring the imminent threat of war that weighs heavily upon the community. This introductory segment sets the tone for a narrative that promises not only to depict the realities of war but to also delve into the complexities of life in South Africa during a time of deep societal upheaval. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2005-07-20 Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Taavi Kalju, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified South African War, 1899-1902 -- Personal narratives DT Original publication data not identified 15025131 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16337 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16337 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133400.0 16337