The Transvaal of Today

""The Transvaal of Today: War, Witchcraft, Sport and Spoils in South Africa"" is a book written by Alfred Aylward that provides a comprehensive account of the state of the Transvaal region in South Africa during the early 20th century. The book explores various topics such as the impact of the Boer War, the role of witchcraft in African culture, the development of sports and the exploitation of natural resources. Aylward provides detailed descriptions of the people, places and events that shaped the history of the Transvaal, including the cultural clashes between the Boers and the British, the rise of the Zulu and other indigenous tribes, and the impact of colonialism on the region. The book also delves into the controversial issue of the exploitation of African labor and resources by European powers, as well as the role of religion and spirituality in African society.Overall, ""The Transvaal of Today"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history, culture and politics of South Africa, as well as those interested in the broader themes of colonialism, imperialism and globalization.An intelligent account, by the prominent Aylward, commandant, Transvaal Republic and Captain, Late Lydenberg Volunteer Corps, of the existing political and social situation and the rebellion which broke out in Transvaal. Contents: History of the Boers; The Boer of Today; First Secocoeni War; Lydenberg Volunteer Corps.;The Lydenberg Volunteer Corps at the Gold Fields; The Lydenberg Volunteer Corps Again-1877; Transvaal Resources; Wild and Hostile Kafirs; Secocoeni; Our Tame Kafirs; Our Superstitions; Our Sports and Travels; Blundering; Plundering; Stirring Events-Sir Theophilus and How He Did It; Distinguished Visitors; Second or Present War; Fights and Failures; Today in the Transvaal; and The Key to the Future.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.