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100 1 _aHillegas, Howard Clemens,
_d1872-1918
245 1 0 _aOom Paul's People :
_bA Narrative of the British-Boer Troubles in South Africa, with a History of the Boers, the Country, and Its Institutions
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2012
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2012-12-11
508 _aProduced by Al Haines
520 _a"Oom Paul's People" by Howard Clemens Hillegas is a historical narrative written in the late 19th century. This work explores the complexities of the British-Boer troubles in South Africa, focusing particularly on the lives and socio-political dynamics of the Boer people, as well as the rich history and institutions of the region. The narrative also aims to correct misconceptions about the Boers, presenting both their virtues and challenges amid the turbulent backdrop of colonial strife. The opening of the book sets the stage by illustrating the demographic and geographic complexities of South Africa, detailing the distinctions between the various racial groups, including the Boers and the Uitlanders. The author highlights the historical grievances of the Boers against British authorities and paints a vivid picture of the land's contrasting landscapes—from fertile coastal regions to the arid interiors. The text delves into the identity of the Boer people, their pastoral lifestyle, and their struggles for freedom and justice against colonial impositions, establishing a foundation for the exploration of the broader socio-economic and political issues that define the country's tumultuous history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aTransvaal (South Africa) -- History -- 1880-1910
653 _aKruger, Paul, 1825-1904
653 _aAfrikaners -- History
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/41607
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