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The Wedding Feast War: The Final Tragedy Of The Xhosa People-new
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The Last Of The Nine Frontier Wars, Themselves A Series Of Conflicts Between The Xhosa Kingdom And European Settlers Fought Between 17991877 In What Is Now The Eastern Cape In South Africa, Was In Many Ways A ?Requel?To The More Famous Zulu War Of 1879. It Involved Many Of The British Regiments And Personalities Who Were To Fight At Isandlwana, As Well As Being The Final Defeat Of The Xhosa People And Their Reduction To Lowly Workers For The Colonists.This War Saw Conflict Between The British Authorities, Namely The Governorgeneral And The Commanderinchief, And The Government Of The Cape, Leading To The Dismissal Of That Government By Sir Bartle Frere, The Governorgeneral.In The Wedding Feast War, Keith Smith Has Made Extensive Use Of British Parliamentary Papers, Official War Office Despatches And Personal Accounts And Correspondence To Tell The Full Story Of This Neglected Yet Fascinating Episode Of South African Military History, Which Provides An Insight Into The Origins Of And Attitudes Of The Principal Figures In The Following Conflict With The Zulus.
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- Q: What is the size of the book? A: The book measures six point two six inches in length, one inch in width, and nine point zero two inches in height.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: This book contains three hundred four pages, providing a comprehensive exploration of its subject.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The Wedding Feast War is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: What is the genre of this book? A: The book falls under the category of Southern Africa, focusing on historical military conflicts.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Keith Smith, who provides detailed insights into the conflicts discussed.
- Q: What historical events does this book cover? A: The book covers the last of the nine Frontier Wars between the Xhosa Kingdom and European settlers.
- Q: Who published this book? A: The book is published by Frontline Books, known for its focus on military history.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all ages? A: This book is intended for adults and those interested in historical military conflicts.
- Q: What historical context does the book provide? A: The book provides a detailed context of the conflicts leading up to the Xhosa people's final defeat.
- Q: How does the author research the content? A: Keith Smith utilizes British Parliamentary Papers, War Office despatches, and personal accounts for his research.
- Q: How can I properly store this book? A: Store the book in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve its condition.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, please contact customer support for assistance with returns or replacements.
- Q: How do I clean this book? A: To clean the book, lightly dust the cover with a soft, dry cloth to avoid damage.
- Q: Can this book be read in one sitting? A: Yes, the book can be read in one sitting, but its three hundred four pages may require several hours.
- Q: What makes this book different from other historical books? A: This book offers a unique perspective on a lesser-known conflict in South African history compared to more famous wars.
- Q: Is there any adult content in this book? A: The book contains themes related to war and conflict, which may not be suitable for younger audiences.