Sun, Sand and Somals by Henry A. Rayne
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"Sun, Sand and Somals" by Henry A. Rayne is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work features the author's personal experiences as a District Commissioner in British Somaliland, detailing the life and culture of the Somali people and the administrative challenges faced by colonial authorities. The opening of the book provides a rich context for the setting, starting with a description of Zeila, a port on the coast
of British Somaliland. Rayne introduces various aspects of Somali tribal life, their customs, and their interactions with British rule. He reflects on the complexities of local governance, the cultural nuances of the Somali people, and the presence of the British administration, which aims to maintain order amidst social upheaval and tribal conflicts. This introduction establishes the tone for an insightful exploration of the interplay between colonial power and indigenous life, inviting readers to learn about a region often overlooked in historical narratives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Rayne, Henry A. |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 21018399 |
| Title |
Sun, Sand and Somals Leaves from the note-book of a District Commissioner in British Somaliland |
| Credits |
Produced by Brian Coe, Julia Neufeld and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by University of California libraries) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 76.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa |
| Subject | British Somaliland |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 48598 |
| Release Date | Mar 28, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 575 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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