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SUITCASE STORIES
: Refugee Children Reclaim their Identities
[Glynis Clacherty]
Glynis Clacherty became involved with a group of refugee children who had arrived in Johannesburg without parents, friends or family from countries of Africa that had been torn apart by civil wars and coups. As a way of helping them deal with the trauma of their flight and their arrival in a strange, sometimes hostile adoptive country, she brought together a number of second-hand suitcases and gave them to the children to paint their personal stories and recent histories. This book tells, in the children's own words and through their art, their remarkable stories of hardship and longing, strength and resilience. Shortlisted for the prestigious Sunday Times Alan Paton Award.
{
184pp,
170x200mm,
December 2006;
PB,
£16.99,
191993099X:9781919930992
, Juta Publishing (General)
} |
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VELD SKETCHBOOK
: Wildlife Portraits & Essays
[Jeff Huntly]
A collection of some of the finest paintings by Jeff Huntly, renowned natural history painter and popular columnist for over 30 years. Thoughtfully compiled and exquisitely presented, this collection brings together not only some of his best wildlife portraits over the years, but also the text from his regular column of the same name -- sometimes witty, sometimes poignant, always captivating. Abundant in both colour and sensitivity, the pieces presented here are a visual and intellectual celebration of the animals, flowers, plants and trees that make up the colourful face of the southern African landscape.
{
192pp,
185x230mm,
June 2008;
HB,
£13.99,
1919938710:9781919938714
, Jonathan Ball Publishers (Sunbird Publishing)
} |
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AFRICAN DESIGNS OF NIGERIA & THE CAMEROONS
[Caren Caraway]
The ancient tribal arts that have inspired so many modern artists are here displayed in all of their strength and stylised symbolism. Nigeria's ancient artistic tradition, extending from the fifth century BC to the present time, has generated a wealth of art styles, in ivory, brass, terra cotta and wood. East of Nigeria, diverse ethnic groups comprising the Cameroons can be divided into four style-regions, ranging from the highly abstract designs of the northern area to the bold decorations of the Grasslands.
{
48pp,
215x280mm,
October 1984;
PB,
£5.50,
0880450606:9780880450607
, Pathway Book Service (Stemmer House)
} |
 |
AFRICAN DESIGNS OF THE CONGO
[Caren Caraway]
Carved and linear designs taken from ceremonial and utilitarian objects.
{
October 1986;
PB,
£3.99,
0880450835:9780880450836
, Pathway Book Service (Stemmer House)
} |
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AFRICAN DESIGNS OF THE CONGO, NIGERIA, THE CAMEROONS & THE GUINEA COAST
: Collected Edition
[Caren Caraway]
This collected edition places designs at the reader's fingertips. Includes all kinds of striking and authentic motifs -- masks, votary figures, fetishes, textile designs, and others. An introduction to the art of each group is also included.
{
October 1987;
PB,
£11.99,
0880450932:9780880450935
, Pathway Book Service (Stemmer House)
} |
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AFRICAN DESIGNS OF THE GUINEA COAST
[Caren Caraway]
Designs drawn from ornamental and utilitarian objects of this important culture.
{
May 1985;
PB,
£3.99,
0880450649:9780880450645
, Pathway Book Service (Stemmer House)
} |
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AFRICAN GOLD ORNAMENT DESIGNS
[Diane Victoria Horn]
Gold jewellery, regalia and ritual objects of North and West Africa.
{
July 1993;
PB,
£3.99,
0880451246:9780880451246
, Pathway Book Service (Stemmer House)
} |
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AFRICAN NOMAD DESIGNS
[Diane Victoria Horn]
Traditional designs of the Moors, Berbers, Abyssinian Christians and more from jewellery, tattoos, camel bags, rugs and other ornamented objects.
{
November 1992;
PB,
£3.99,
0880451165:9780880451161
, Pathway Book Service (Stemmer House)
} |
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DISCOVERING AFRICAN ART
[Jacqueline Chanda]
LEVEL: Key Stage 4 onwards. Provide your student with a resource for exploring, discovering and understanding African art in context. Eighteen objects, which represent African artists from different times, regions and ethnic groups, challenge common notions, and encourage a re-examination of African art and culture. The objects profiled range from early fifteenth century to the present, and present a variety of media and techniques. Each topic details two works, which allows students to compare and contrast representations and ideas from different regions. A host of features including a timeline and map, world art connections, classroom activities, and study sheet questions, facilitate understanding.
{
88pp,
215x280mm,
January 1997;
PB,
£11.99,
0871923068:9780871923066
, Davis Publications
} |
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FILMS D'AFRIQUE
[Michel Larouche (ed)]
Text in French.
{
144pp,
115x190mm,
June 1991;
PB,
£8.99,
2891350359:9782891350358
, Guernica Editions
} |
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ZULU
: With Some Guts Behind It -- The Making of the Epic Movie
[Sheldon Hall; Foreword by John Barry]
This is the full story of the making of Zulu, one of the best-loved and most enduringly popular British films ever made. It tells the epic story of the Battle of Rorke’s Drift of 1879, in which barely 150 soldiers of the British Army in South Africa fought for twelve hours to hold an isolated mission station against sustained assault from 4000 highly disciplined Zulu warriors. Zulu enjoyed blockbusting box office success and now holds near-legendary status in the British popular imagination. Written in a lively and accessible style and lavishly illustrated throughout, this is the definitive account of the filming of one of the great movie epics. Covered in fascinating detail are such topics as: How hundreds of Zulu tribesmen, many of whom had never before seen a film, were taught to perform for the camera; Filming under Apartheid: vivid reminiscences of working in the midst of an oppressive political regime; We are taken behind the cameras with actors Stanley Baker, Michael Caine, Jack Hawkins, James Booth, Nigel Green and Ivor Emmanuel; How the battle was reconstructed against the spectacular backdrop of Natal’s Drakensberg mountain range. The book is based on three years of original research and dozens of new interviews with cast and crew members and their families. It includes: The original article by John Prebble, never before published in full; First-hand accounts of shooting the film, many never before published; Extracts from the screenplay and script notes, never before published; Extracts from letters and production documents, never before published; Hundreds of rare and unusual illustrations, many never before published; Biographies of all the principal actors and filmmakers.
REVIEW: "...meticulously dissects Zulu's position on the crumbling imperial project, submits detailed biographies of all the main combatants, details the methods of bayonet thrust approved by the British Army of 1879...and a lot else besides. A monument to the act of monument-building." -- Christopher Wood in The Times, Jan 5th 2006. "Perhaps the best compliment that I can pay this book, however, is that it provided me with fresh insights into a film that I thought I knew well." -- James Chapman, Journal of British Cinema and Television, Vol. 3 No. 2 2006.
{
431pp,
175x250mm,
October 2005;
HB,
£24.99,
0953192660:9780953192663
, Tomahawk Press
} |
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BEGINNER'S SHONA (CHISHONA)
[Aquilina Mawadza]
Shona, a Bantu language, is spoken in Zimbabwe and Mozambique. This dictionary and phrasebook features the ChiShona dialect. Included are vocabulary sections, a phrasebook, pronunciation tips, a brief outline of the language's grammar and information about local culture.
{
201pp,
140x215mm,
July 2003;
PB,
£9.99,
0781808642:9780781808644
, Hippocrene Books
} |
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BEGINNER'S YORUBA WITH 2 AUDIO CDS
[Kayode J Fakinlede]
"Beginner’s Yoruba" is now available with two accompanying audio CDs. It provides an introduction to the Yoruba language, which is spoken by over 30 million people in south-western Nigeria, parts of the Benin Republic, and Togo, as well as in the diaspora populations of Brazil, Cuba, and Haiti. The 15 lessons are designed for both classroom use and self-study. Practice dialogues, combined with grammatical explanations, aid the student in understanding the basics of the language. Each lesson also contains a vocabulary section that highlights the important aspects of its featured topic. The audio CDs, which complement the lessons, help the student easily master the language’s unique tones and vowel sounds, often considered the most difficult aspect of the language to learn. Quizzes and practice exercises are integrated into the lessons to help reinforce the material. The book also includes information on various aspects of Yoruba culture, including religion, songs, and folklore.
{
284pp,
140x215mm,
December 2005;
PB,
£19.99,
0781810698:9780781810692
, Hippocrene Books
} |
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SWAHILI-ENGLISH / ENGLISH-SWAHILI PRACTICAL DICTIONARY
: Spoken in Eastern & Southern Africa
[Nicholas Awde]
Swahili is one of the Bantu languages, which form the branch of the Niger-Congo family. Its vocabulary is basically Bantu, but many words are borrowed from Arabic.
{
500pp,
125x205mm,
November 2000;
PB,
£13.50,
0781804809:9780781804806
, Hippocrene Books
} |
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TWI-ENGLISH / ENGLISH-TWI CONCISE DICTIONARY
: Spoken in Ghana
[Paul A Kotey]
Easy to use, this is the only Twi dictionary available in the US. Each entry is accompanied by commonsense phonetics to facilitate correct pronunciation of this important language.
{
332pp,
100x155mm,
April 1998;
PB,
£8.99,
0781802644:9780781802642
, Hippocrene Books
} |
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VOCABULEARN CDS -- SWAHILI/ENGLISH, LEVEL 1
Four 45-minute CDs and a listening guide. Level 1 places emphasis on basic vocabulary and simple expressions.
{
May 2005;
CD,
£12.34,
1591255058:9781591255055
, Penton Overseas Inc
} |
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YORUBA-ENGLISH / ENGLISH-YORUBA MODERN PRACTICAL DICTIONARY
[Kayode J Fakinlede]
One of the national languages of Nigeria and an important language of neighbouring Benin, Togo, and other western African nations, Yoruba is spoken by over 20 million people worldwide. This dictionary offers invaluable resources to both Yoruba and English speakers, enabling them to handle the complex scientific and mathematical terminology of today. This bilingual dictionary is brimming with useful vocabulary and technical information including medical terms, the basic chemical elements, as well as plant and animal taxonomy. Examples are given in both languages along with some parts of speech to help clarify ambiguous meanings.
{
673pp,
140x215mm,
November 2003;
PB,
£14.99,
0781809789:9780781809788
, Hippocrene Books
} |
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AFRICA, AFRICA!
: Fifteen Stories
[Frederic Hunter]
A collection of stories that depict Westerners encountering Africa -- its people, its mysteries, its beauty and bafflements. Often those encounters change the Westerners, leading some to wisdom, others to heartache. The stories take the reader from the heart of the Congo to modern Madagascar, from a village in Nairobi to the mountain-top palace of the Mwami of Kabare, from a train in South Africa to a dinner party in Ouagadougou. Journalists, diplomats, and teachers experience the problems and fascinations of life in Africa.
{
263pp,
150x210mm,
January 2000;
PB,
£7.99,
1885942184:9781885942180
/
HB,
£11.99,
1885942176:9781885942173
, Cune Press
} |
 |
ANOTHER YEAR IN AFRICA
[Rose Zwi]
They came from the shtetl to a new land, to a new life. Another year in Africa, they said, another year in exile. Old bonds break as they adjust from the old world of pogroms to their new life in Africa. Ruth, a child of six when the story begins, is caught up in their dreams and fears, haunted by memories and tragedy of persecution that are not even hers.
{
172pp,
140x215mm,
May 1995;
PB,
£7.95,
1875559426:9781875559428
, Spinifex Press
} |
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EMPIRE SETTINGS
: A Novel
[David Schmahmann]
Danny, a white teenager in South Africa under apartheid, falls in love with the daughter of a black domestic servant. His family forces them apart, but twenty years later, Danny has been unable to forget his first love or to move forward with his life. He returns to South Africa, ostensibly to try and salvage his family's fortune, and seeks to discover what happened to the girl he cannot forget. What he finds, instead, is the truest version of himself.
{
327pp,
145x215mm,
July 2002;
HB,
£14.99,
1893996166:9781893996168
, White Pine Press
} |
 |
FIRE OF ORIGINS
: A Novel
[Emmanuel Dongala]
The whole of African history unfolds in this brilliant novel from one of the continent's major writers. The story is unified by the actions of one man, Mankunku, a 'destroyer', who is born in mysterious circumstances in a banana plantation and whose identity is as variable as that of his land. This novel traces his development along with that of his unnamed country, from the pre-colonial era, through the horrors of European subjugation, to independence and the complexities of the postcolonial nation. Along the way, charlatans and saints, workers and bureaucrats, warriors and peacemakers are introduced in a moving mélange of laughter and terror. First published in France in 1987, 'The Fire of Origins' received the 1988 Prix de la Fondation de France and the Grand Prix Litteraire d'Afrique Noire, and has been translated into Spanish, Danish, Norwegian, and Japanese. Mythical, lyrical, powerful, and surreal, it is one of the most ambitious works of fiction to come out of sub-Saharan Africa.
{
248pp,
155x230mm,
April 2003;
PB,
£11.50,
1556524927:9781556524929
, IPG (Lawrence Hill Books)
} |
 |
WHEN A HYENA LAUGHS
: A Somalian Novel
[Abdi Sheik-Abdi]
"...I found myself thoroughly entranced by this quiet, slow gentle storytelling -- all the more violence in the death of Habib (not described) at the end, which makes its impact as symbolic of the violation of the country (by foreign rule) and threatened end of a way of life. The meeting of the men at the beginning, around Au-Hersey the self-indulgent and self-important old priest, in preparation for the caravan, is beautifully observed: the weight of custom, the restlessness of the young, the sparseness of comfort. The relations with Au-Hersey's family, his own with his independent young wife, hers with Olaad her stepson, Olaad's with the spoilt younger son -- are equally minutely expressed, funny sad and convincing. And Olaad's suppressed passion, his desperation and flight are amazingly powerful. Throughout this stark physically felt desert life is interspersed descriptions of the contrasting city, already decadent, invaded, the place from which the threat will come. Galkayo is the money economy, the source of corruption, yet inevitably where the action is... Writing is sensitive, direct, and full of gentle wit... A rare Novel, a writer worth discovering..." -- R de Lanerolle.
{
286pp,
155x230mm,
January 1994;
PB,
£9.99,
0963880268:9780963880260
, Dr Leisure
} |
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AFROCENTRICITY
: The Theory of Social Change
[Molefi Kete Asant]
Discussed in this cross-disciplinary work is the theory of 'Afrocentricity', which mandates that Africans be viewed as subjects rather than objects and is driven by the question: Is it in the best interest of African people? This book looks at how this philosophy, ethos, and worldview gives Africans a better understanding of how to interpret issues affecting their communities. History, psychology, sociology, literature, economics, and education are explored, including discussions on Washingtonianism, Garveyism, Du Bois, Malcolm X, race and identity, Marxism, and breakthrough strategies.
{
148pp,
140x215mm,
September 2003;
PB,
£9.99,
0913543799:9780913543795
, IPG (African American Images)
} |
 |
TALES OF PUNT
: Eight Somali Folktales Retold by Abdi A Sheik-Adbi
[Abdi A Sheik-Adbi]
Somalia is not quite in the news as much as it was some months ago. However, while it does not exist as a unified country it still exists as a community of people living in a geographical region identified as Somalia. This is a collection of eight Somalia folk tales retold by the author. This delightful book will give some insight into the cultural beliefs of many Somalians. This is a Special Edition different in format from the 1993 edition.
{
79pp,
155x230mm,
January 2002;
PB,
£7.99,
1887471308:9781887471305
, Dr Leisure
} |
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TREASURY OF AFRICAN LOVE POEMS & PROVERBS
: Bilingual
[Nicholas Awde (ed) & Translator]
Selection of songs and sayings from numerous African languages including Swahili, Yoruba, Berber, Zulu and Amharic.
{
128pp,
125x180mm,
June 1997;
HB,
£7.99,
0781804833:9780781804837
, Hippocrene Books
} |
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SPORTING CHANCE
: Achievements of African-Canadian Athletes
[William Humber]
Over the years, Canadians have smugly asserted their country’s more tolerant culture in race relations. Yet as this story of African-Canadian participation in sports demonstrates, the record is far more troubling. In reality, Canada’s record in matters of race was a disturbing blend of occasional good intentions and ugly practices. The study of the Black athletic experience in Canada is not only a revealing portrait into our past, but also one more demonstration of some time-honoured truths about human achievement and the necessity of the public will to provide open and fair forums for equal access to participation. Presented in a chronological sequence, individual sports are presented along with the leading athletes who brought grace and a determination to achieve. Included are George Dixon, Sam Langford, Reuben Mayes, Ray Lewis, Sam Richardson, Dr Phil Edwards, Jackie Robinson, Harry Jerome, Earl Walls, Donovan Bailey, Sylvia Sweeney, Molly Killingbeck, Herb Carnegie, Jamaal Magliore, Perdita Felicien and Jarome Iginla, to name but a few of the fine athletes who form a part of Canada’s sports heritage.
{
156pp,
155x230mm,
October 2004;
PB,
£15.50,
1896219993:9781896219998
, Dundurn Press (Natural Heritage Books)
} |
 |
KENYA & TANZANIA
[Claude Hervé-Bazin]
Deep in the heart of safari country, Kenya and Tanzania are the very essence of Africa -- the Africa of your dreams, where vast herds of exotic animals lumber across the grassy plains, beneath the shadow of the snow-capped Kilimanjaro. From the beaches and ancient cities along the shores of the Indian Ocean to the safari parks and tribal lands of the interior, This Way Kenya and Tanzania packs in a pocketful the history, the culture, the natural wonders of these extraordinary countries.
{
128pp,
100x145mm,
May 2003;
PB,
£3.99,
2884520813:9782884520812
, JPM Publications
} |
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LIBYA
((This Way Guide))
New addition to the best-sellling "This Way Guide" Series.
{
64pp,
100x145mm,
October 2009;
PB,
£3.99,
2884522433:9782884522434
, JPM Publications
} |
 |
MOROCCO
[Ken Bernstein]
From the skyscrapers of cosmopolitan Casablanca to ochre villages on the camel route to Timbuktu, discoveries jolt the imagination in the kingdom of Morocco. Horsemen still gallop with rifles ablaze -- just for fun. The patter of salesmen sipping mint tea, and the fragrance of spices, lure you deeper into the maze of the medina. From magic Marrakesh to the endless Agadir beach, This Way Morocco provides all you'll need to know for an enjoyable trip.
{
80pp,
100x145mm,
May 2004;
PB,
£3.99,
2884520031:9782884520034
, JPM Publications
} |
 |
TUNISIA
[Ken Bernstein]
North Africa's smallest and most relaxed nation is more than just a beautiful beach. History has strewn the countryside with memories of the ancient civilisations of Carthage and Rome. In towns, traditional and modern Arab culture converge in the narrow, fragrant streets of the medina. And in the south, the Sahara spins its timeless spell. This guide presents in a pocketful this appealing country. From the bustle of Tunis to the laid-back isle of Djerba, this is all you will need to know for an enjoyable trip.
{
80pp,
100x145mm,
February 2004;
PB,
£3.99,
2884520015:9782884520010
, JPM Publications
} |
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TREASURES & PLEASURES OF SOUTHERN AFRICA
: Best of the Best in Travel & Shopping
[Ron Krannich PhD & Caryl Krannich PhD]
Representing yet another volume in the unique “Impact Guides” travel-shopping series, this book uncovers the many treasures and pleasures found in South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, and Victoria Falls -- from urban shopping to safaris. Includes numerous tips on pre-trip planning, travel-shopping do's and don'ts, best shopping for unique local products, and the top restaurants, hotels, and sightseeing. Designed for discerning travellers in search of the best of the best in travel and shopping.
{
287pp,
140x215mm,
December 2008;
PB,
£13.50,
1570231826:9781570231827
, Impact Publications
} |
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SOMALI-ENGLISH / ENGLISH-SOMALI DICTIONARY & PHRASEBOOK
: Spoken in Somalia & Ethiopia
[Nicholas Awde, Cabdulgaadir Axmed & Marbin Orwin]
This book is very helpful for travellers to Somalia. Included in the book are vocabulary sections, a phrasebook, pronunciation, and a brief outline of the language's grammar rules and information on local culture.
{
76pp,
100x180mm,
April 1999;
PB,
£9.50,
0781806216:9780781806213
, Hippocrene Books
} |
 |
WOLOF-ENGLISH/ENGLISH-WOLOF DICTIONARY & PHRASEBOOK
[Nyima Kantorek]
Over 5 million people speak Wolof in the Gambia, Senegal and Mauritania. It is the language spoken by businesspeople in these countries and has become increasingly prevalent in the area's radio and TV programming. Knowledge of Wolof is essential for anyone looking to travel or do business in the region. This unique dictionary and phrasebook is the only current reference for Wolof in English. As there is no written form of the language, words and phrases are presented in a special anglicised form that allows the user to easily speak and understand the language. A concise guide to grammar and pronunciation is also included. Primarily based on the Gambian dialect of the language, the book is an invaluable tool wherever Wolof is spoken.
{
200pp,
95x190mm,
September 2005;
PB,
£7.99,
0781810868:9780781810869
, Hippocrene Books
} |
