Glanville, Ernest 1856-1925 creator Nisbet, M. text utu 2011 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Tales from the Veld" by Ernest Glanville is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The narratives unfold in the scenic Cape Colony, drawing heavily on the region's wildlife, folklore, and the life of early British settlers. Central characters include Uncle Abe Pike, an imaginative narrator known for his unique perspectives on nature and entertaining tales that blend elements of local superstition with personal anecdotes. The opening of "Tales from the Veld" sets the tone with a preface that introduces the character of Uncle Abe Pike, who lives a simple life in a modest shanty among the British Settlers of 1820. The first story, "Abe Pike's Poison Bark," illustrates Uncle Abe's quirky nature as he shares a fantastical tale about discovering a poisonous tree bark that he believes can kill vermin. Through his rambling and playful conversation, the reader is drawn into Abe's world, where humor meets wisdom and imagination serves as a lens to interpret the surrounding nature and its mysteries. This blend of humor, folklore, and rural life promises a rich reading experience for those intrigued by stories that reflect the beauty and challenges of life on the veld. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2011-07-03 Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England Original publication data not identified South Africa -- Fiction Storytelling -- Fiction PR Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36602 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36602 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133832.0 36602