Ebook: The Zulu Aftermath: A Nineteenth-Century Revolution in Bantu Africa

Professor Omer-Cooper's book is a detailed study of the factors involved in the emergence of the militaristic Zulu Kingdom and its far-reaching consequences in early nineteenth century central and southern Africa.

Its impact on neighbouring peoples precipitated vast migrations and the foundation of such important Kingdoms as the Swazi, the Ngoni, the Basuto and the Ndebele and also the creation of the Shangana and Fingo tribes, amongst many others.

The author outlines these complex movements and shows how tribal institutions were modified and adapted to meet the requirements of new African states which united peoples of different tribal origins into common political systems. He also discusses the effect these events had on the Boer "Great Trek" and their significance for an understanding of the present-day situation.