Afrikanerkind: Boerestories – 9780637007849

Description

DIE BOEK

“Afrikanerkind – Boerestories” is ‘n versameling ware kinderstories wat die lewens van Boerekinders oor bykans twee eeue van Suid-Afrikaanse geskiedenis vertel. Elke verhaal fokus op kinders wat buitengewone dinge gedoen het onder moeilike omstandighede. Deur hierdie verhale wil Wendy Maartens jong wit Afrikaners inspireer om trots te wees op hul erfenis en identiteit, en om die skuldlas van die verlede agter te laat. Die bundel beklemtoon ook die belangrikheid van begrip tussen verskillende kultuurgroepe en wys hoe gemeenskappe deur die eeue heen na mekaar uitgereik het, mekaar gehelp en in liefde gedien het. Daarbenewens word die uitdagings van Afrikaner-emigrante in die buiteland verken deur ‘n moderne verhaal wat as raamwerk dien.

Kinders wie se stories ingesluit is in die bundel:
Nettie en Feya Botha
Helena Lotrie
Jan Uys
Petrus Bezuidenhout
Johanna van der Merwe en Catharina Prinsloo
Ferdinand van Gass
Marthinus Oosthuyzen
Dirkie Uys
Fransie Robbertse
Hansie Smal
Flippie Neser en Petrus de Lange
Die Penkoppe
Jan van Kaller
Piet van Rooyen
Niklaas Kriek
Ernst de Jager
Kosie Pietersen
Annatjie Vorster

Belangrike temas: Die gebruik van die woord “Boer” en die emosionele impak daarvan.Die aanvaarding en erkenning van wit identiteit en gemengde erfenis.Die verwerking van skuld en trauma wat geerf is van voorouers.Die belangrikheid van historiese feite en onpartydige inligting.Die noodsaaklikheid om die verlede te erken en te vier om vorentoe te beweeg.Onderlinge begrip tussen kultuurgroepe.Hoe verskillende kultuurgroepe in hierdie land deur die eeue as vreemdelinge, vriend en vyand op die mees onwaarskynlike tye en op vindingryke maniere na mekaar uitgereik het, mekaar versorg en in liefde gedien het.Die uitdagings van Afrikaner-emigrante in die buiteland.

Unieke kenmerke: Kronologiese rangskikking van verhale wat ‘n oorsig van bykans twee eeue se Suid-Afrikaanse geskiedenis bied.Insluiting van feite en sienswyses wat voorheen verswyg is.Gebruik van name, plaasname en plekname om kinders te help identifiseer met die stories.Fokus op die Slag van Bloedrivier, die Anglo-Boereoorlog, die Groot Griep van 1918, en ander geskiedkundige gebeurtenisse.’n Eietydse verhaal van kinders wat uit Australie kom kuier by hul ouma en oupa in Suid-Afrika.

THE BOOK

“Afrikanerkind – Boerestories” by Wendy Maartens is a unique collection of stories that explores the rich and diverse history of the Afrikaans “boer” children in South Africa. This book offers an honest look at nearly two centuries of history, with stories of courage, ingenuity, and perseverance under extraordinary circumstances. The stories are arranged chronologically and provide insight into the complex and often overlooked history of Afrikaner culture. Step back in time and experience the adventures of the brave young pioneers who were part of the Great Trek. Inspirational stories of children like Nettie and Fya Botha, Helena Lotrie, Jan Uys, and many others are included in this book, taking the reader on a journey through the challenges and triumphs of the Great Trek, and showing how courage, friendship, and perseverance shaped the lives of these young heroes. Meet Dirkie Uys, the boy who gave his life for his people, and discover the adventures of the Penkoppe, a group of young boys full of daring and bravery. Learn about the hardships faced by children like Petrus Bezuidenhout and Annatjie Vorster, and how they faced the future with determination and hope.

Key Points: Historical relevance: The book covers important historical events such as the Battle of Blood River, often the proverbial elephant in the room. It offers children and adults the opportunity to learn the facts and decide for themselves how they want to approach this chapter in our history.

Cultural heritage: Wendy Maartens brings to light facts and perspectives that were previously overlooked, incorporating as many names, farm names, and place names as possible to help children easily identify with the stories.
Reconciliation and acceptance: The book emphasizes the importance of reconciliation and accepting our history to build a better future. It encourages readers to face the past squarely, work through it, and decide which events they want to carry forward.
Illustrations: The beautiful illustrations by Alistair Ackerman bring the stories to life, making them appealing to young readers.
Target market: Girls and boys 11 years and older
Buying market: – Schools and educational institutions – Parents and grandparents who want to teach their children about their cultural heritage – Libraries and community centers – Anyone interested in South African history and culture “Afrikaners – Boerestories” is more than just a children’s book; it is an important tool for reconciliation and cultural understanding. It is a must-have for any bookstore/school/library aiming to offer meaningful and historically relevant literature.