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100	1		_aEllman, A.
245	1	0	_aSouth African anecdotes
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2024
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
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337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2024-08-22
508			_aKarin Spence and The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520			_a"South African anecdotes: Collected from various sources, oral and written" by A. Ellman is a compilation of humorous and insightful anecdotes reflecting the culture and experiences of South Africa, likely composed in the early 20th century, around 1914. This collection showcases the intricacies of societal norms, interactions, and the historical context from which the tales arise, making it a rich resource for understanding the local lore of that era. The book features a variety of amusing stories that depict daily life and notable figures in South Africa's history, including interactions with prominent individuals like President Kruger and businessmen like Barney Barnato. Ranging from light-hearted banter about the Boer War to the humorous misunderstandings of local customs, these anecdotes illustrate the diverse social fabric of South Africa and provide poignant commentary on human nature and the absurdities of life. Each tale, whether centered on misadventures or clever remarks, encapsulates the spirit of the time and the unique experiences of the people within the country. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_pOriginally published: _cJohannesburg: Transvaal Leader, 1914
653			_aSouth Africa -- Humor
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/74292
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