The South African Traveler's Handbook

The South African Traveler's Handbook is a book written by Charles Roberts and published in 1879. It is a comprehensive guidebook for travelers visiting South Africa, containing detailed information on the local languages and customs of the region. The book is divided into three sections, each focusing on a different language: Zulu Kafir, Xosa Kafir, and Dutch. The section on Zulu Kafir provides a detailed description of the Zulu language and culture, including grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. It also includes information on the history and customs of the Zulu people, as well as practical advice for travelers on how to navigate the region.The Xosa Kafir section is similar in scope, providing a comprehensive guide to the Xosa language and culture. This section includes detailed information on Xosa grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation, as well as insights into the history and customs of the Xosa people.The Dutch section of the book is focused on the language and culture of the Dutch settlers in South Africa. It includes information on Dutch grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation, as well as insights into the history and customs of the Dutch people in South Africa.Overall, The South African Traveler's Handbook is an invaluable resource for anyone planning to visit South Africa, providing a comprehensive guide to the local languages and cultures of the region.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.