E. A. Ritter (1890–1969)
Auteur van Shaka Zulu: The Biography of the Founder of the Zulu Nation
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- Officiële naam
- Ritter, Ernest Augustus
- Geboortedatum
- 1890
- Overlijdensdatum
- 1969
- Geslacht
- male
- Land (voor op de kaart)
- South Africa
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- 1
- Leden
- 152
- Populariteit
- #137,198
- Waardering
- 3.8
- Besprekingen
- 2
- ISBNs
- 8
The end, even though I knew what was coming from other sources I had read, was still very sad and moving to read because, during this lengthy book, I had grown to admire this man and even to like him, at least in certain of his moods. I might not have always agreed with his actions but this was, of course, a different time and a different culture and I am not in a position to judge.
Before this book I knew something of the times following Shaka's reign, of what became of the Zulu nation, but this explained so much - how the Zulu army became so disciplined, so feared in battle, why Shaka's name was still spoken in awe so long after his death, and why the Zulu nation was as impressive as it was. So sad we (the English) were responsible for its ultimate demise. A great loss to Africa and the world.
If you're interested in the history of the Zulus, or just want to read the fascinating life story of a fascinating man, this book is well worth your time. Highly recommended.
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