Kaffir folk-lore : $b A selection from the traditional tales current among the people living on the eastern border of the Cape Colony with copious explanatory notes

"Kaffir Folk-Lore: A Selection from the Traditional Tales Current Among the People Living on the Eastern Border of the Cape Colony" by George McCall Theal is a window into the world of the Amaxosa tribe through its rich collection of traditional stories. Written in the late 1800s, it captures the imagination of the Kaffir people, offering glimpses into their customs, societal structures, and religious ideas. The book begins by telling us why these tales are important for understanding the Kaffir people's past, their forms of leadership, and how they viewed spirituality. It also looks at how European contact changed some of their traditions, showing how folklore adapted and evolved, mixing old ways with the influences of the time.