The Story Of The Zulus (1911)

By James Young Gibson

Book Overview

The Story of the Zulus, written by James Young Gibson and published in 1911, is a historical account of the Zulu people of South Africa. The book focuses on the Zulu Kingdom, which was established in the early 19th century by the warrior king Shaka Zulu. The author provides a detailed description of the Zulu culture, including their social structure, customs, religious beliefs, and military tactics. The book also covers the interactions between the Zulus and the European colonizers, including the British invasion of Zululand in 1879, which resulted in the famous Battle of Isandlwana. The author provides a balanced perspective on these events, highlighting both the strengths and weaknesses of the Zulu people and their adversaries. The Story of the Zulus is a valuable resource for anyone interested in African history and culture, and it remains a classic work on the subject.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: 1165803070
• ISBN13: 9781165803071
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"