Olive Schreiner

Thoughts on South Africa

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Produktbeschreibung

"Thoughts on South Africa" offers Olive Schreiner's incisive observations on the social and political landscape of South Africa during a period of profound transformation. Written with passion and a keen eye for justice, Schreiner delves into the complexities of race relations, colonialism, and the impact of the Boer War on the nation's identity. Her essays provide a critical analysis of the prevailing attitudes and prejudices, advocating for a more equitable and harmonious society. Schreiner's insights remain remarkably relevant, providing valuable context for understanding contemporary challenges in South Africa and beyond. This collection serves as a powerful reminder of the enduring need for empathy, understanding, and a commitment to social justice. A vital read for anyone interested in the history and future of South Africa. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 402
• Erscheinungstermin: 22. Mai 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 21mm
• Gewicht: 562g
• ISBN-13: 9781024187526
• ISBN-10: 1024187527
• Artikelnr.: 75012624

Autorenporträt

Olive Schreiner was a South African writer, intellectual, and outspoken anti-war campaigner, best known for her novel The Story of an African Farm, which has received widespread acclaim for its progressive themes and exploration of gender and social issues. Born on March 24, 1855, in the Cape Colony (now part of South Africa), Schreiner was the daughter of a missionary family and grew up in a colonial environment that influenced much of her later work. Throughout her life, she was a fierce advocate for women's rights, social justice, and anti-imperialism. In addition to her literary contributions, Schreiner was deeply involved in political and social causes, particularly related to gender equality and the rights of women to participate fully in public and economic life. She married Samuel C. Cronwright-Schreiner in 1894, and they remained together until her death on December 11, 1920, in Cape Town. Schreiner's influence extended beyond her native South Africa, as her works, particularly her essays and novels, challenged Victorian norms and continue to resonate in discussions about gender, labor, and social change. Her brother, William Schreiner, was a notable political figure, and her nephew, Oliver Schreiner, carried on her intellectual legacy.