02585cam a22003493u 4500 37028 UtSlPG 20260610133838.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG nl iso639-1 PT Van der Post, C. W. H. (Christiaan Willem Hendrik), 1856-1914 Piet Uijs, of lijden en strijd der voortrekkers in Natal Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2011 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2011-08-10 Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Piet Uijs, of lijden en strijd der voortrekkers in Natal" by C. W. H. Van der Post is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work chronicles the experiences and struggles of the Voortrekkers, specifically focusing on the figure of Piet Uijs, as they navigate the tumultuous landscape of Natal during a period marked by conflict and hardship. The narrative explores themes of bravery, sacrifice, and the relentless quest for freedom amid the tensions between colonists and indigenous populations. The opening of the book sets the scene with a vivid description of a chilly night in February 1838, establishing the setting where the Voortrekkers have formed a laager—a circular encampment of ox wagons—for safety. The protagonist, Louis Nel, is introduced as one of the watchmen anxiously awaiting the return of a patrol who has not yet returned, hinting at the dangers that lie ahead. As tension builds, we meet the central character, Piet Uijs, who is depicted as a capable and thoughtful leader, preparing to address the growing fear and uncertainty among his people. The arrival of troubling news regarding attacks by the Zulu introduces a sense of impending conflict, setting the stage for the tumultuous events that will unfold throughout the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified South Africa -- History -- Great Trek, 1836-1840 -- Fiction Afrikaners -- Fiction Uijs, Pieter Lafras, -1838 -- Fiction Pioneers -- South Africa -- KwaZulu-Natal -- Fiction KwaZulu-Natal (South Africa) -- History -- To 1843 -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/37028 77868 77868