The Dutch Republics of South Africa: Three Letters to R. N. Fowler and Charles Buxton (1871)

The Dutch Republics of South Africa: Three Letters to R.N. Fowler and Charles Buxton (1871) is a book written by Frederick William Chesson. The book is a collection of three letters written by Chesson to R.N. Fowler and Charles Buxton. The letters describe the history and politics of the Dutch Republics in South Africa, namely the Orange Free State and the South African Republic (also known as the Transvaal). Chesson discusses the origins of the republics, their constitutions, and their relationship with the British Empire. He also delves into the issues of slavery, the treatment of indigenous people, and the role of religion in the republics. The book provides a unique perspective on the early history of South Africa and sheds light on the complex political and social dynamics of the time. 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.