Cape Colony Today

By Alfred R. E. Burton

Book Overview

Cape Colony Today is a book written by Alfred R. E. Burton that provides a comprehensive overview of the Cape Colony, a British colony in Southern Africa during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the history, geography, politics, economy, and society of the colony. It examines the impact of British rule on the indigenous population and the various ethnic and racial groups that lived in the colony, including the Dutch settlers, the Khoisan people, and the Xhosa tribes. The book also explores the role of Cape Colony in the wider context of South African politics, including its relationship with neighboring colonies and the Boer War. Burton's writing is clear and concise, making the book accessible to both scholars and general readers interested in the history of Southern Africa. Overall, Cape Colony Today is an informative and engaging study of a crucial period in South African history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163286095
• ISBN13: 9781163286098
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 348 Pages
• Weight: 1.03 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"