Kafir Stories (1895)

Kafir Stories is a collection of short stories written by William Charles Scully and published in 1895. The book is set in South Africa and features stories about the indigenous Khoikhoi people, also known as the Kafirs. The stories are written in a fictionalized style, but are based on Scully's experiences and observations during his time in South Africa. The book is divided into two parts: the first part contains stories about the Kafirs' traditional way of life, while the second part focuses on their interactions with European colonizers. The stories cover a wide range of topics, including religion, marriage, hunting, and warfare. Scully's writing is notable for its vivid descriptions of the South African landscape and the Kafir way of life. He portrays the Kafirs as complex and nuanced individuals, rather than as simple stereotypes. However, the book has been criticized for its colonialist perspective and for perpetuating harmful myths about the Kafirs. Overall, Kafir Stories is an important work of South African literature that provides insight into the history and culture of the Khoikhoi people. It is also a valuable resource for those interested in the history of colonialism and its impact on indigenous communities.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.