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Author: Jeff Opland Publisher: New Africa Books ISBN: 9780864864208 Category : Literary Criticism Languages : en Pages : 388
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Xhosa oral poetry has defied the threats to its integrity over two centuries, to take its place in a free South Africa. This volume establishes the background to this poetic re-emergence, preserving and transmitting the voice of the Xhosa poet.
Author: Jeff Opland Publisher: New Africa Books ISBN: 9780864864208 Category : Literary Criticism Languages : en Pages : 388
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Xhosa oral poetry has defied the threats to its integrity over two centuries, to take its place in a free South Africa. This volume establishes the background to this poetic re-emergence, preserving and transmitting the voice of the Xhosa poet.
Author: Jeffrey B. Peires Publisher: Univ of California Press ISBN: 9780520047938 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 308
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"In this first modern history of the Xhosa, J.B. Peires relates the story of one of the most numerous and important indigenous peoples in contemporary South Africa from their consolidation, through an era of cooperation and conflict with whites (whom the Xhosa regarded as uncivilized), to the frontier wars that eventuated in their present position as a subordinate group in the modern South African state"--Back cover.
Author: Akhona S. Publisher: ISBN: 9780369600783 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 28
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Did you ever want to teach your kids the basics of Xhosa ( isiXhosa ) ? Learning Xhosa ( isiXhosa ) can be fun with this picture book. In this book you will find the following features: Xhosa ( isiXhosa ) Alphabets. Xhosa ( isiXhosa ) Words. English Translations.
Author: Jack Thomson Publisher: African Books Collective ISBN: 9990887152 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 172
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"This collection of essays and lectures by Jack Thompson provides a rich resource for people interested in the history of Malawi. It shines a bright light not only on the planting and growth of Christianity in the Northern Region of Malawi, but also on the Ngoni people, their role in that story and in the history of Malawi in the late nineteenth and early twentieth century."--BOOK JACKET.
Author: Beverley Kirsch Publisher: Juta and Company Ltd ISBN: 9780702134524 Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : en Pages : 566
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A phrase book for health-care professionals who need to communicate with Xhosa-speaking patients. It includes introductory exchanges aimed at putting patients at ease, history taking, physical examination, and the explanations required to inform patients about the nature of special investigations.
Author: Salatiso Publisher: Salatiso ISBN: Category : History Languages : en Pages : 58
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Journey into Forgotten Roots: A Xhosa Odyssey Have you ever felt a deep connection to your heritage, only to discover there's more to the story? This is exactly what happened to the author, a Xhosa native raised in the Eastern Cape of South Africa. This book is an exploration of identity, ancestry, and the surprising complexities of the Xhosa nation. Immerse yourself in a vibrant culture passed down through generations, from fireside storytelling to ancient rituals. But the journey takes an unexpected turn. As the author delves deeper, he uncovers a hidden truth: the Xhosa weren't always a unified nation. Prepare to be surprised by the rich tapestry of tribes that make up this remarkable people. This story goes beyond Xhosa history. It's a celebration of South Africa's diverse Bantu tribes, exploring the common threads that bind them together. It's a reminder that despite our differences, we share a deeper connection than we realize. But be warned, this book doesn't shy away from the complexities. It explores how shared ancestry doesn't always guarantee peace, drawing parallels from historical conflicts to ancient myths. Ultimately, this is a story about embracing our individuality while recognizing our shared humanity. It's a call for unity and a celebration of South Africa's vibrant cultural tapestry. Join the author on this unforgettable odyssey of discovery. Uncover the forgotten roots of the Xhosa nation and embark on a journey of self-discovery along the way.
Author: Bertie Neethling Publisher: AFRICAN SUN MeDIA ISBN: 1928480241 Category : Literary Criticism Languages : en Pages : 171
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The purpose of this publication is to indicate that Xhosa iintsomi (folktales) are structured in such a way that many links or commonalities emerge when a comparison between tales is made. Orally transmitted literary forms had to endure much prejudice and were often not considered worthy of study. However, in many different cultures all over the world, the concept of oral literature and its functioning still exists. There are various forms of oral literature, but one of the best known is the folktale. Folklorist and formalist, Vladimir Propp (1895?1970), aimed to describe the story structure of Russian folktales according to a linear sequence of the acts of the characters. Using one hundred folktales, he illustrated how the storylines of these tales are remarkably similar ? identical actions are often performed, only by different characters. The somewhat surprising and obvious links between Propp?s material and Xhosa iintsomi prompted the choice of Propp?s model as the departure point for this comparative study. Forty?five Xhosa folktales were chosen because of their literary quality and suitability to Propp?s methodology as a tool to organise the Xhosa data on the grounds of structural features that characterise this genre.
Author: Stephen Manning Publisher: Pen and Sword Military ISBN: 1399010573 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 298
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Britain’s war against the Zulu people of southern Africa in the late nineteenth century is one of the most famous clashes in the history of the British empire, but her earlier wars against the Xhosa, also in southern Africa, are far less well known. And, although the role Lord Chelmsford played in the Anglo-Zulu War has been recounted in exhaustive detail, his earlier experience against the Xhosa has rarely been explored in the same intensive way. That is why Stephen Manning’s absorbing study of these colonial campaigns and Chelmsford’s part in them is so timely and valuable. Chelmsford’s military career and Britain’s troubled relationship with the Xhosa people came together in 1878 with the conclusion of the 9th Frontier War, in which Chelmsford commanded the victorious British forces. This conflict is vividly described here. Perhaps Chelmsford learned the wrong lessons from his struggle with the Xhosa because his initial handling of British forces during the Anglo-Zulu War resulted in disaster at the Battle of Isandlwana. Although Chelmsford regained the initiative and his forces defeated the Zulus at Gingindlovu and Ulundi, his reputation never recovered. Stephen Manning’s account of Chelmsford’s South African campaigns gives us a fascinating insight into the military and political history of southern Africa in the period and provides a fresh view of Chelmsford himself – as a man of his time and as a military commander.
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