| Author |
Glanville, Ernest, 1856-1925 |
| Illustrator |
Nisbet, M. |
| Title |
Tales from the Veld
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 86.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
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| Summary |
"Tales from the Veld" by Ernest Glanville is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The narratives unfold in the scenic Cape Colony, drawing heavily on the region's wildlife, folklore, and the life of early British settlers. Central characters include Uncle Abe Pike, an imaginative narrator known for his unique perspectives on nature and entertaining tales that blend elements of local superstition with personal anecdotes. The opening of "Tales from the Veld" sets the tone with a preface that introduces the character of Uncle Abe Pike, who lives a simple life in a modest shanty among the British Settlers of 1820. The first story, "Abe Pike's Poison Bark," illustrates Uncle Abe's quirky nature as he shares a fantastical tale about discovering a poisonous tree bark that he believes can kill vermin. Through his rambling and playful conversation, the reader is drawn into Abe's world, where humor meets wisdom and imagination serves as a lens to interpret the surrounding nature and its mysteries. This blend of humor, folklore, and rural life promises a rich reading experience for those intrigued by stories that reflect the beauty and challenges of life on the veld. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
South Africa -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Storytelling -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
36602 |
| Release Date |
Jul 3, 2011 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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