Biographies

This is the place for true South Africa biographies only and therefore here the biography is separated from memoirs and the writings of witnesses to history.

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The Fires Beneath: The Life of Monica Wilson, South African Anthropologist

The Fires Beneath: The life of anthropologist Monica Wilson is a South African story of groundbreaking scholarship, passionate creativity and personal tragedy. Learn More
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Vlam in die Sneeu. Die Liefdesbriewe van Andre P Brink en Ingrid Jonker

Vlam in die Sneeu. Die Liefdesbriewe, onveranderd gelaat, van Andre P Brink en Ingrid Jonker. Learn More
23570
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The Guerilla and the Journalist: Exploring the Murderous Legacy of Jonas Savimbi

The Guerilla and the Journalist: Exploring the Murderous Legacy of Jonas Savimbi. Learn More
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A Man of Africa The Political Thought of Harry Oppenheimer

A Man of Africa investigates the political thinking of Harry Oppenheimer over half a century. Learn More
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The Man Who Founded the ANC

Pixley ka Isaka Seme in 1912 founded the ANC (African National Congress), this is his long overdue biography. Learn More
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A Handful of Sand: Genesis 22:17 Jewish Cape Town, 5779

A Handful of Sand: Genesis 22:17 : Jewish Cape Town, 5779 is an image-only book showcasing a broad selection of Cape Town's Jewish citizens. Learn More
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Interlude in Switzerland

Interlude in Switzerland: The Story of the South African Refugee-soldiers in the Alps During the Second World War. Learn More
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Indigenous Healing Plants

This ethnobotanical plant guide introduces to the various uses of more than 140 indigenous plants of Southern Africa. Learn More
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Not without a fight: The autobiography

Not Without a Fight, Helen Zille’s long-awaited autobiography is one of the most fascinating political stories of South Africa. Learn More
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Jack Parow: Die ou met die snor by die bar

In Die ou met die snor by die bar vertel die superster-rapper Jack Parow van sy lewe en al sy wilde, mal avonture in Suid-Afrika. Learn More
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Empire, War and Cricket in South Africa

Empire, War & Cricket in South Africa is a unique social and political history of the workings of the British Empire in South Africa during the late 19th century. Learn More
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Sangoma's story

'Sangoma's Story' has captured the essence of a modern Zulu healer and clarifies misconceptions about traditional healing in South Africa. Learn More
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South Africa's greatest batsmen

'South Africa’s Greatest Batsmen' provides insights about each man’s background and career, his batting technique, and his main achievements at the crease. Learn More
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Return to Camdeboo: A century's Karoo foods and flavours

''Return to Camdeboo: A century's Karoo foods and flavours' as well as late Eve Palmer's previous memoir, 'The plains of Camdeboo', is a wonderful and soulful read. Learn More
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How can man die better: The life of Robert Sobukwe

How can man die better is about the life of South African Robert Sobukwe, leader of the Pan-Africanist Congress and imprisoned from 1960 to 1969. Learn More
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Craft Art in South Africa

Craft Art in South Africa: Creative Intersections endeavours to inspire, encourage and bring joy. Learn More
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Showdown at the Red Lion: The Life and Times of Jack McLoughlin 1859-1910

Showdown at the Red Lion traces the global career, the life and times of the criminal and murderer Jack McLoughlin (1859-1910) in South Africa. Learn More
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Jan Smuts: Unafraid of Greatness

Unafraid of Greatness is a re-examination of the life and thought of South African statesman, politician and solider Jan Smuts. Learn More
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Maverick: Extraordinary Women from South Africa's Past

Maverick: Extraordinary Women from South Africa's Past is an eclectic collection that celebrates the diversity of women. Learn More
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Helen Suzman: Bright Star in a Dark Chamber

Helen Suzman: Bright Star in a Dark Chamber is an admirable and affectionate portrait of a remarkable woman. Learn More
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Die Tyd Van Die Kombi's: Persoonlike blik op die Afrikaanse rock-rebellie

Die Tyd Van Die Kombi's is Koos Kombuis sy persoonlike blik op die Afrikaanse rock-rebellie. Learn More
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A Path through Hard Grass: A Journalist's Memories of Exile and Apartheid

A Path through Hard Grass is journalist Ruth Weiss's Memories of Exile and Apartheid in South Africa. Learn More
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Orania

This illustrated book is a photographic account on and urban portrait of Orania, a culturally homogeneous place of Afrikaner lifestyle in midst of South Africa. Learn More
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Spanner in the works

Spanner in the works is an unflinchingly frank account of one woman’s resolve to speak truth to power, irrespective of where she discovers it. Learn More
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