02535cam a22003373u 450000100060000000300070000600500170001300600020003000700050003200800410003704000110007804100170008905000070010610000490011324500230016226400510018530000470023633600260028333700260030933800360033550000310037150503280040250800470073052012330077753400450201065300180205565300280207365300360210185600430213799900170218036421UtSlPG20260610133830.0mcr n260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aPR1 aScully, W. C.q(William Charles),d1855-194310aBy Veldt and Kopje 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2011  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2011-06-130 aThe lepers -- The writing on the rock -- Tommy's evil genius -- The wisdom of the serpent -- Rainmaking -- The gratitude of a savage -- Mr Bloxam's choice -- A case for psychical research -- Chicken wings -- Afar in the desert -- By the waters of Marah -- The hunter of the Didima -- A forgotten expedition -- Kaffir music.  aProduced by Nick Hodson of London, England  a"By Veldt and Kopje" by W. C. Scully is a novel written in the early 20th century. It delves into themes of colonialism and social justice, exploring the lives of the indigenous people of South Africa, particularly focusing on the experiences and suffering of those afflicted by leprosy. Central to the unfolding narrative is the character Mangele, a leper who grapples with his fate while navigating societal expectations and the complex relationships within his community.  The opening of the novel establishes a poignant backdrop against which the struggles of the afflicted individuals are highlighted. It begins with the Magistrate reflecting on the grim circumstances surrounding the enforcement of leprosy laws, indicating the societal divide and the perceived stigma attached to the disease. As the story unfolds, we are introduced to Mangela, his love for Nosembe, and the impending government mandate to segregate lepers, setting the stage for a dramatic exploration of love, dignity, and the harsh realities of life in a segregated society. This early portion captivates with its evocative descriptions and the somber tone that suggests deeper societal conflicts to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aShort stories  aSouth Africa -- Fiction  aSouth African fiction (English)40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36421  c77261d77261