South Africa

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The Cape Herders: A History of the Khoikhoi of Southern Africa
With a subtitle of [i]A History of the Khoikhoi of Southern Africa[/i] this light text book, aimed at secondary school learners, describes the history and present predicament of one of South Africa's truly indigenous people.

Vanishing Cultures by Peter Magubane
Although at first sight 'Vanishing Cultures' looks to be a standard coffee-table book; Peter Magubane's outstanding pictorial record is a valuable insight into traditional Black South African cultures.

The Roots of Black South Africa by David Hammond-Tooke
David Hammond-Tooke's book is eminently readable; and is written in fresh, jargon-less format which makes it a great reference work for learners of all ages. Read this review by your African History Guide, Alistair Boddy-Evans.