The Milners Or The River Diggings: A Story Of South African Life

By Richard William Murray

Book Overview

""The Milners or The River Diggings: A Story of South African Life"" is a novel written by Richard William Murray in 1891. The book tells the story of the Milner family, who emigrate from England to South Africa in search of a better life. They settle in a small mining town called the River Diggings, where they encounter a diverse group of people from different backgrounds and cultures. The novel explores themes such as colonialism, racial tensions, and the struggle for survival in a harsh and unforgiving environment. The Milners must navigate these challenges while also dealing with their own personal struggles and relationships. Throughout the book, Murray provides vivid descriptions of the South African landscape and the people who inhabit it, painting a rich and nuanced picture of life in this fascinating and complex part of the world. Overall, ""The Milners or The River Diggings"" is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into South African history and culture.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104396874
• ISBN13: 9781104396879
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 472 Pages
• Weight: 1.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"