Six Months At The Cape : Kessinger Publishing : 9781162684161 : 116268416X : 10 Sep 2010 : ""Six Months At The Cape"" is a book written by R.M. Ballantyne that chronicles his six-month journey to the Cape of Good Hope in South Africa. The book is a first-hand account of Ballantyne's experiences as he travels through the country, observing the people, wildlife, and landscapes. Throughout the book, Ballantyne shares his thoughts on the history and culture of South Africa, as well as his own personal reflections on the journey. The book is an interesting and informative read for anyone interested in travel writing, South African history, or the natural world. With vivid descriptions and engaging prose, ""Six Months At The Cape"" is a classic work of travel literature that continues to captivate readers today.Our cart had a hood; the roads were very bad, and the behaviour of that hood was stupendous! Its attachment to the cart was, so to speak, partial; therefore it possessed a semi-indepe