Sanders, Peter
Throwing Down White Man
- ISBN 13:
- 9780850366549
- author:
- Sanders, Peter
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Paul ; Co Pub Consortium
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 311
- Genre:
- History, Historical Geography
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Thirteen years after Britain handed over control of Basutoland to the Cape Colony, the bonds of loyalty between the Basotho and their rulers had been irreparably broken. In 1871, the Cape government's decision to disarm the Basotho sparked a rebellion that would last for two years and ultimately lead to the withdrawal of Cape rule.
The Gun War of 1880/81 was a pivotal moment in Lesotho's history, and Peter Sanders provides a compelling account of this period using oral traditions and archival sources. This study places the Gun War at its centre, shedding light on the complex relationships between the Basotho chiefs and their Cape Colonial rulers.
Through his meticulous research, Sanders offers a nuanced understanding of these years, revealing the tensions that led to rebellion and the ultimate triumph of the Basotho chiefs. A gripping and absorbing narrative, this book is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of Lesotho and its people.
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