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Von Wielligh, G. R. (Gideon Retief)
1859
1932
Wielligh, Gideon Retief von
Von Wiellich, G. R. (Gideon Retief)
Wielligh, G. R. von
Keet, R. F.
Boesman-Stories, Deel 2. Dierstories en ander verhale
'n Paar Woorde vooraf -- Kraai se vernedering -- Die Aasvoëls -- Erdvark, Vlakvark, Kwagga en Bosvark -- Hasie, Tingtinkie en Uil -- Die Boesman en Leeu ontmoet in 'n Spelonk -- Slang en Skilpad is broers -- Leeu, Wolf en Jakkals -- Die Bobbejane en Ape -- Die Sonbesies en Kriekies -- Leeu en Wolf eet oor en weer -- Volstruis word weer lewendig -- Leeu word jaloers -- Perdeby en sy Vrou -- Moeder Leeu en die Kinders -- Boesman-Gedigte -- Leeu binne die Hut by die Kind -- Wolf en sy twee Vroue -- Tier is ontevrede met die Son -- Ystervark en Vlermuis -- Twee in een Skot -- Die Hamerkopvoël en die Swaweltjies -- Die Wolke -- Mierkatte en Erdmannetjies -- Die Boom wat al maande sterf en weer lewendig word -- "Die Dieredans" deur Boesmans uitgevoer.
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"Boesman-Stories, Deel 2. Dierstories en ander verhale" by G. R. Von Wielligh is a collection of character-driven folk tales likely written in the early 20th century. The stories focus on various animals and their interactions, providing insights into the behavior of both the animals and the Boesman people, who are presented as the original storytellers. The tales illustrate moral lessons intertwined with themes of cleverness, cunning, and the complexities of relationships. The opening of this collection introduces several animal characters such as Kraai (the Crow), Leeu (the Lion), and Wolf, setting the tone for stories that reflect qualities attributed to these creatures. In the beginning, Kraai demonstrates his greedy nature as he seeks help to kill a sick springbok but struggles to find a suitable ally among the hungry animals he encounters. The narrative employs humor and irony, showcasing Kraai’s self-importance while highlighting the challenges faced when trying to obtain what one desires without considering the welfare of others. This establishes a whimsical style that entices readers to explore further the intertwining lives of the animals and the lessons they convey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 87.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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San (African people) -- Folklore
Tales -- Africa, Southern
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