Explore the intricate 19th-century South African history behind the emergence of a powerful kingdom. This vital African Studies volume meticulously chronicles Lesotho’s journey from scattered chiefdoms to a unified kingdom and its eventual colonial transition. Elizabeth A. Eldredge’s definitive work deeply explores the critical pursuit of security that shaped Southern Africa’s political landscape. Essential reading for students, academics, and history enthusiasts keen to understand state-building and colonial impacts in the region.