The Portuguese in South Africa: With a Description of the Native Races Between the River Zambesi and the Cape of Good Hope During the Sixteenth Centur

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Kessinger Publishing, 2009 - 340 pages
The Portuguese In South Africa: With A Description Of The Native Races Between The River Zambesi And The Cape Of Good Hope During The Sixteenth Century is a historical book written by George McCall Theal in 1896. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Portuguese presence in South Africa during the 16th century. It describes the interactions between the Portuguese and the native races, including the Khoikhoi and the Xhosa, and their impact on each other's cultures. The book also provides a detailed account of the Portuguese exploration of the region, including their attempts to establish trade routes and settlements. The author draws upon a variety of historical sources, including Portuguese documents and accounts from native tribes. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of South Africa and the impact of European colonization on 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.

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