Description
“Chaka: Son of the Gods” is a description of the powerful Zulu king Shaka, who is often portrayed in literature and mythology as a complex figure. The title refers to his divine or prophetic destiny from birth, highlighting both his military genius and the dark, tyrannical path he takes after a pact with a witch doctor, which involves immense violence and sacrifice to build his empire. He is seen as a heroic warrior who later becomes a tragic, tyrannical figure, forever conquering but never finding satisfaction.Â
