The White Hand and the Black: A Story of the Natal Rising
1907
'The White Hand and the Black: A Story of the Natal Rising' is a historical novel by Bertram Mitford, first published in 1907. Set against the backdrop of the Zulu Rebellion of 1906, it explores the tensions between Zulu tribes and colonial settlers in Natal, South Africa. The narrative follows Thornhill, a white landowner, and Manamandhla, a Zulu, as their lives intertwine amid the growing unrest and conflict. The novel highlights themes of survival, personal struggle, and the complexities of human relationships during a time of social upheaval.
