Publisher's Synopsis
Mission Life Among The Zulu-Kafirs: A Memoir Of Henrietta, Wife Of R. Robertson (1875) is a memoir written by Henrietta Woodrow Robertson. The book is a personal account of her experiences as a missionary in South Africa during the mid-19th century. Henrietta and her husband, R. Robertson, were part of a group of Scottish missionaries who traveled to South Africa to spread Christianity among the native Zulu-Kafir people.The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of Henrietta's life as a missionary. She writes about her journey to South Africa, her first impressions of the Zulu-Kafir people, and the challenges she faced in adapting to a new culture. Henrietta also writes about the work she and her husband did to establish a mission station, build a church, and teach the Zulu-Kafir people about Christianity.Throughout the book, Henrietta provides vivid descriptions of the Zulu-Kafir people and their way of life. She writes about their customs, beliefs, and traditions, as well as their struggles with poverty and disease. Henrietta also writes about the relationships she formed with the Zulu-Kafir people, and the friendships she developed with some of the women in the community.Mission Life Among The Zulu-Kafirs: A Memoir Of Henrietta, Wife Of R. Robertson (1875) is an important historical document that provides insight into the lives of both Scottish missionaries and the Zulu-Kafir people during the mid-19th century. The book is a fascinating read for anyone interested in missionary work, African history, or cross-cultural communication.Compiled From Letters And Journals Written To The Late Bishop Mackenzie And His Sisters.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
