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Zululand True Stories 17801978 by Dr. J.C. van der Walt is a fascinating illustrated work covering nearly two centuries of Zululand's dramatic and diverse history. Published in its Third Edition in 2007, this substantial regional history brings together an engaging collection of stories, events, personalities, and historical episodes that shaped Zululand and northern KwaZulu-Natal from the late eighteenth century through to the modern industrial development of Richards Bay.
Zululand True Stories spans an impressive range of subjects, making it particularly appealing to collectors and readers interested in South African history, Zulu history, colonial Natal, military campaigns, missionary activity, maritime heritage, and regional folklore. Featured throughout are accounts of iconic historical figures including King Shaka, King Dingane, King Cetshwayo, John Dunn, Sir Bartle Frere, and Prince Dinuzulu. Important events such as the Battle of Isandlwana, Blood River, the Anglo-Zulu War, the Bambatha Rebellion, and the development of Richards Bay Harbour are explored in an accessible narrative style.
Illustrated with approximately 260 photographs and sketches, Zululand True Stories offers a visually engaging overview of Zululand's cultural, military, and social heritage. Topics range from Zulu dynasties and missionary encounters to shipping, aviation, wildlife destruction, gold discoveries, and wartime submarine activity along the Zululand coast during the Second World War.
Zululand True Stories is increasingly sought after by collectors of Africana, Natal and Zululand history, especially as many regional South African histories were produced in relatively limited print runs. A wonderful addition to any Africana library, military history collection, or shelf devoted to Zulu studies and KwaZulu-Natal heritage.
Condition - Near Fine
Near Fine hardcover copy. The boards remain clean and bright with only the lightest signs of shelf wear. Internally crisp, clean, and well preserved. A very attractive copy overall.
