The King's Assegai: A Matabili Story by Bertram Mitford

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Author Mitford, Bertram, 1855-1914
Illustrator Wood, Stanley L., 1866-1928
Title The King's Assegai: A Matabili Story
Note Reading ease score: 86.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary "The King's Assegai: A Matabili Story" by Bertram Mitford is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds through the voice of Untuswa, a Zulu warrior who recounts the dramatic story of his people, focusing on the tensions and conflicts during the reign of King Tshaka and the rise of Umzilikazi, who would lead a faction of Zulus to forge a new kingdom. The book delves into themes of bravery, loyalty, and the quest for power amidst cultural and political upheaval in pre-colonial Africa. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to Untuswa, who is captivated by a beautiful assegai, a traditional Zulu spear, owned by an old Zulu man named Untuswa. The old man, a survivor of the tumultuous era, begins to share his storied past, revealing his connection to historical events that shaped the Zulu nation. The opening sets a tone of anticipation, promising not only a personal tale of Untuswa’s journey to become a respected warrior but also a broader narrative about the struggles of the Zulu people against rival factions and internal challenges. As he recalls his youthful experiences, including battles and interactions with influential leaders, the story promises rich historical insights intertwined with personal narratives throughout Utuswa's life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject South Africa -- Fiction
Subject Zulu (African people) -- Fiction
Subject Ndebele (African people) -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 32925
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Mar 18, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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