De Scherpschutters van Zuid-Afrika: Een Verhaal uit den Vrijheidsoorlog 1880-81
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"De Scherpschutters van Zuid-Afrika: Een Verhaal uit den Vrijheidsoorlog 1880-81" by L. Penning is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The narrative centers around the experiences of Teunis Smit, a skilled lion hunter, and reflects on themes of courage, loss, and the struggles faced by the Boers during the freedom war against British rule. It sets the stage for the exploration of the conflicts and emotional turmoil that arise
during this tumultuous time in South Africa’s history. The opening of the story introduces us to Teunis Smit, who is depicted as a rugged and introspective man reflecting on his past while sitting by a fire in the wilderness. As he enjoys the solitude of the night, memories of his deceased love, Mieke Kloppers, resurface, bringing him sorrow. The nighttime tranquility is interrupted by the appearance of Jan Kloppers and two comrades, who bring news of political unrest and the impending struggle against the British. The atmosphere is charged with the anticipation of war as the characters discuss their determination to fight for their freedom, and Teunis prepares to join them, setting the stage for the unfolding conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Penning, L. (Louwrens), 1854-1927 |
|---|---|
| Title | De Scherpschutters van Zuid-Afrika: Een Verhaal uit den Vrijheidsoorlog 1880-81 |
| Credits | Produced by R.G.P.M. van Giesen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 81.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | Dutch |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Transvaal (South Africa) -- History -- War of 1880-1881 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 64018 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-64018-1 |
| Release Date | Dec 11, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 266 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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