Project Gutenberg 2007-10-05 Public domain in the USA. 210 Cripps, Arthur Shearly 1869 1952 Cinderella in the South: Twenty-Five South African Tales E-text prepared by Charles Klingman "Cinderella in the South: Twenty-Five South African Tales" by Arthur Shearly Cripps is a collection of stories likely written in the early 20th century. This anthology draws upon South African themes and folklore, exploring the rich cultural tapestry of the region through various narratives, embodying both traditional and colonial elements. Cripps's work seems to reflect a keen interest in local lore and societal observations, set against the backdrop of South Africa’s landscapes and cultural intersections. The opening portion of the collection introduces themes of place and identity, as seen through the eyes of the narrator who engages with local traditions and historical intricacies. The nod to the mysterious "Cinderella" within the title connects to the broader context of the South African experience, symbolizing a deeper examination of culture and its relationship with colonialism. The prologue hints at the nuances of African life, suggesting both reverence and complexity, while subsequent vignettes delve into characters who grapple with their surroundings and the legacies of the past. The narration is layered, weaving together personal encounters and societal critiques, setting the stage for rich storytelling that invites readers to explore the soul of South Africa. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading ease score: 83.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. en Tales -- Africa PR Text South Africa Children's Myths, Fairy Tales, etc. Category: Short Stories Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore 434235 2025-08-09T12:58:45.325950 text/html 434056 2025-01-09T13:52:28.205512 text/html 266119 2025-08-09T12:58:53.519875 application/epub+zip 271485 2025-08-09T12:58:48.744893 application/epub+zip 238487 2025-08-09T12:58:47.517905 application/epub+zip 545391 2025-08-09T12:58:57.057845 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 524522 2025-08-09T12:58:52.684889 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 372947 2022-09-10T15:46:44.400947 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 399799 2025-08-09T12:58:44.879939 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 399579 2007-10-05T10:21:41 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 17686 2025-08-09T12:58:57.184837 application/rdf+xml 23467 2025-08-09T12:58:48.010877 image/jpeg 4834 2025-08-09T12:58:47.763876 image/jpeg 159458 2007-10-05T10:21:41 application/octet-stream application/zip 263961 2025-08-09T12:58:45.359897 application/octet-stream application/zip Archives containing the RDF files for *all* our books can be downloaded at https://book.klll.cc/wiki/Gutenberg:Feeds#The_Complete_Project_Gutenberg_Catalog en.wikipedia