The Story of an African Farm

""The Story of an African Farm"" is a novel written by Olive Schreiner, originally published in 1883. The story takes place in the South African countryside during the late 19th century and follows the lives of three characters: Lyndall, Em, and Waldo. Lyndall is a young woman who is fiercely independent and rebellious against the societal norms of her time. Em is her cousin, who is more traditional and struggles with her own desires and expectations. Waldo is a young boy who is taken in by the two women and becomes a close friend to both of them. The novel explores themes of gender roles, religion, and the impact of colonialism on the African continent. It also delves into the inner lives of the characters, particularly Lyndall, who is haunted by the death of her mother and her own mortality. ""The Story of an African Farm"" was groundbreaking for its time, as it challenged the traditional Victorian novel format and pushed boundaries with its frank discussions of sexuality and spirituality. It has since become a classic of South African literature and a significant work in feminist literature.1927. A classic story of rural life in 19th Century South Africa, it is a searing indictment of the rigid Boer social conventions. The first of the great South African novel chronicles the adventures of three childhood friends who defy societal repression. The novel's unorthodox views on religion and marriage aroused widespread controversy upon its 1883 publication, and the work retains in power more than a century later.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.