Rambles Through The Archives Of The Colony Of The Cape Of Good Hope, 1688-1700 (1887)

Rambles Through The Archives Of The Colony Of The Cape Of Good Hope, 1688-1700 is a historical book written by Hendrik Carel Vos Leibbrandt and published in 1887. The book provides a detailed account of the early years of the Cape Colony, which was established by the Dutch East India Company in 1652. Leibbrandt draws on a wide range of historical sources, including letters, diaries, and official documents, to describe the political, social, and economic conditions of the colony during the late 17th century. He explores topics such as the settlement of the Cape by European colonizers, the relationships between the colonizers and the indigenous Khoikhoi people, and the role of the Dutch East India Company in the development of the colony.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of life in the Cape Colony during this period. Leibbrandt provides detailed descriptions of the people, places, and events that shaped the history of the colony, making this book a valuable resource for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the early history of South Africa.Overall, Rambles Through The Archives Of The Colony Of The Cape Of Good Hope, 1688-1700 is an informative and engaging book that offers a fascinating glimpse into the early years of one of the most important colonies in African history.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.