- Paperback
- Publisher: ARMS AND ARMOUR (1998)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1854094947
- ISBN-13: 978-1854094940
- Product Dimensions: 22.9 x 15 x 3.8 cm
- Shipping Weight: 1 Kg
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Accurate; written in a brilliant and entertaining style., Nov 1 1999
By A Customer - Published on Amazon.com
There can be no doubt that, of all the books written on Zulu history, this is the kingpin of them all. It is doubtful that any author will exceed the work done here by Laband. The book is painstakingly written, with an incredible eye for detail, and it remains at all times entertaining and absorbing. There are also shortcomings, although these cannot be construed as downfalls. The most striking is that while Professor Laband is the ultimate expert on the reign of Dingane and beyond, he does not dedicate nearly as much attention to the early years of the Zulu kingdom, particularly from 1787 to 1828. This is regrettable, but understandable considering that there is so much that remains unknown and mired in mythology with respect to Shaka's era. Lastly, Laband's attention to detail, particularly noticeable in the Notes section and in the index, makes this a book no self-respecting Zulu scholar can be without.
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FOR THOSE INTO S. AFRICAN Hx only, Aug 7 2009
By Paul A. Bechtel, Jr. - Published on Amazon.com
If you are not well versed in 19th century South African Hx, try another volume. But if you are, an excellent but detailed book. The names of the leaders are difficult to follow, not due to the author's lack of trying.
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