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