Memorials Of South Africa (1840)

By Barnabas Shaw

Book Overview

Memorials of South Africa is a historical book written by Barnabas Shaw in 1840. The book provides a detailed account of the author's experiences during his missionary work in South Africa. Shaw was a Methodist missionary who arrived in South Africa in 1816 and spent 23 years in the country, during which he witnessed and documented significant events such as the arrival of the British settlers, the Xhosa Wars, and the establishment of mission stations. The book is divided into three parts. The first part is a historical overview of South Africa, including its geography, flora and fauna, and the different ethnic groups that inhabit the region. The second part is a detailed account of the Xhosa Wars, which were a series of conflicts between the Xhosa people and the British settlers. Shaw provides a firsthand account of the battles, the impact on the local communities, and the eventual outcome of the wars. The third part of the book focuses on the establishment of mission stations in South Africa. Shaw describes the challenges of setting up these stations, including the language barriers and cultural differences between the missionaries and the local communities. He also provides insights into the daily life of the missionaries and the work they did to spread Christianity in the region. Overall, Memorials of South Africa is a valuable historical document that provides a unique perspective on the early years of European settlement in South Africa. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of South Africa, the Xhosa Wars, and the role of missionaries in spreading Christianity in Africa.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: 116561023X
• ISBN13: 9781165610235
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 376 Pages
• Weight: 1.11 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"