Clarke's Books

NEW ARRIVALS
October 2008

Agualusa (J.E.) MY FATHER'S WIVES, , 356 pp., paperback, London, (2008) 2008.

	R290

Translated from the Portuguese, "As mulheres do meu pai", by Daniel Hahn.

José Eduardo Agualusa was born in Huambo, Angola, in 1960. His previous novel, "The Book of Chameleons", won the Independent Foreign Fiction Prize in 2007.

Ammann (P.) dir. SPIRITS OF THE ROCKS, , 78 minutes, DVD, Switzerland, 2002.

	R380

Peter Ammann, together with Megan Biesele, Patricia Vinnicombe, and others, visits rocks painting sites in the Brandberg in Namibia, the Drakensberg in South Africa and the Tsodilo Hills in Botswana, as well as a Ju'hoansi community at Nyae Nyae in Namibia, in an attempt to understand what it is about the Bushmen and their culture that so fascinates Westerners today.

Ammann (P.) prod. VERA BUHRMANN, living in two worlds, communication between a white healer and her black counterparts, 50 minutes, DVD, Switzerland, 2007.

	R250

A 1992 interview with Jungian analyst Vera Bührmann (1910-1998) by Marion Schiess (1933-1998). Vera Bührmann was one of the founding members of the Cape of Good Hope Centre for Jungian Studies and directed its training programme for many years. In the latter half of her life she dedicated herself to understanding black African traditional healers and their healing practices. Here she talks about her understanding of the ancestors and the ceremonies involved in the healing and training of a patient/healer.

Besteman (C.) TRANSFORMING CAPE TOWN, , 296 pp., map, illus., paperback, Berkeley, etc., 2008.

	R295

Catherine Besterman "explores the emotional and personal aspects of the transition to black majority rule by homing in on intimate questions of love, family, and community and capturing the complex, sometimes contradictory voices of a wide variety of Capetonians".

Catherine Besterman is Professor of Anthropology and Director of African Studies at Colby College.

Bilheimer (R.) A CLOSER WALK, , 85 minutes, DVD, USA, 2003.

	R150

Filmed on four continents, Africa, Asia, Europe and North America, this film explores the relationship between health, dignity, and human rights and provides an overview of the AIDS pandemic. Includes interviews with MArk Haywood of the Treatment Action Campaign.

Brodie (N.) ed. THE JOBURG BOOK, , 332 pp., maps, b/w & colour illus., paperback, Johannesburg, 2008.

	R300

A history of Johannesburg "that follows the story of the city through its spaces and communities - from the city centre to Joburg's expanding suburbs, former townships and growing number of informal settlements."

Includes reference maps and recommendend itineraries and places of interest in and around the city.

Bulbring (E.) THE CLUB, a novel, 275 pp., paperback, Johannesburg, 2008.

	R160

A novel about a high school in Johannesburg dominated by a group of privileged and ruthless senior students who manipulate the school for their own gain.

Edyth Bulbring is also the author of two young adult novels, "The summer of Toffie and Grummer" and "Cornelia Button and the globe of Gamagion".

Carlin (J.) INVICTUS, Nelson Mandela and the game that made a nation, 274 pp., illus., paperback, London, 2008 (2009).

	R150

Journalist John Carlin explores how Nelson Mandela set out to woo white South Afticans and used the 1995 Rugby World Cup to finally win their hearts. This book, now a film, was first published under the title "Playing the Enemy".

"The train of evetns leading up to what has been called South Africa's epiphany has long been crying our for a multilayered account and it is to John Carlin's eternal credit that he has written it. This is not so much a sporting volume as a wonderfully crafted and beautifully written work of modern political history." Matthew Syed, The Times

John Carlin spent 1989-1995 in South Africa as the Independent newspaper's correspondent.

Centre for African Instrumental Music & Dance (CIIMDA) & Music Department, University of Pretoria pr SANGOMA DANCE AESTHETIC, choreographing spirituality, 60 minutes, DVD + 12 pp. booklet, South Africa, 2004.

	R180

The dance on this DVD was recorded at the home of the Sangoma doyenne, Catherine Hlongwane, at Rietgat-Lethlcaneng, Northwest Province, South Africa, on 26 March 2005. "The dances in the video were recorded in a social-spiritual Sangoma session specially staged for the purpose. It became mandatory for the cooperating Sangoma Chieftain, Canny, to consult and obtain special supernatural approval on our behalf before the dance ceremony was planned, staged and recorded as extraordinary Sangoma theatre arts performance. Thus the phenomenal incidents of visiting ancestor spirits that normally occurs in a typical Sangoma ceremony were avoided. The performances and other activities in this recording, nevertheless, capture the conventional theatrical features as well as social-spiritual atmosphere of a typical Sangoma event".

Denis (P.) & Ntsimane (R.) eds. ORAL HISTORY IN A WOUNDED COUNTRY, interactive interviewing in South Africa, 196 pp., paperback, Pietermaritzburg, 2008.

	R150

Contributions include "Are We Nation-Building Yet? The role of oral historians in documenting the transition out of apartheid" by Julia Wells,
"The Ethics of Oral History" by Philippe Denis,
"The Truth of Tales: oral testimony and teaching history in schools" by Cynthia Kors and Nicole Ulrich,
"'Why Should I Tell My Story?' Culture and gender in oral history" by Radikobo Ntsimane, and
"Are Rural Communitees Open Sources of Knowledge?" by Mxolisi Mchunu.

Philippe Denis is Professor of History of Christianity and Radikobo Ntsimane is a researcher in Oral History and Religious History, both at the University of KwaZulu-Natal.

Devereux-Harris & Associates prod. SOLIDARITY FOREVER, a tribute to South African workers by South African artists, 109 minutes, DVD, South Africa, 2004.

	R150

Recorded live at COSATU's 8th National Congress. Musicians include the COSATU Performing Band, POPCRU and SADTU choirs, Hugh Masekela, Bambata, Sibongile Khumalo, Vusi Mahlasela, Jabu Khanyile and Chicco Twala.

Ditsie (B.) & Newman (N.) dir. SIMON & I, steps for the future, 52 minutes, DVD, South Africa, 2001.

	R275

Gay rights activist and lesbian Bev Ditsie remembers her friend Tseko Simon Nkoli (1957-1998), Delmas Treason Trialist, founder of GLOW, the Gay and Lesbian Organisation of the Witwatersrand, and initiator of the first Gay Pride March in 1990. He also founded the Township AIDS Project and the Positive African Men's Project and received numerous international awards for his work as an AIDS activist before dying of AIDS complications.

Dowden (R.) AFRICA, altered states, ordinary miracles, 576 pp., map, paperback, London, (2008) 2009.

	R180

Foreword by Chinua Achebe.

Journalist Richard Dowden's account of modern sub-Saharan Africa.

Richard Dowden is Director of the Royal African Society. He first went to Africa as a volunteer teacher in Uganda in 1972, and then again in 1983 as a journalist working for The Times. He became Africa Editor for the Independent in 1986 and in 1995 became Africa Editor for the Economist. He has also made three television documentaries on Africa, for the BBC and Channel 4.

Hersov (J.) & de Fay (S.) dir. HEAVEN'S HERDS, Nguni cattle - Nguni people, 75 minutes, DVD, South Africa, 2005.

	R220

Documentary on Nguni cattle, the hardy breed indigenous to southern Africa, and the economic, social and spiritual role they play in the lives of the Nguni people, especially the amaZulu. Includes footage of a number of ceremonies in which cattle play an important role. Narrated by Prof. Pitika Ntuli, who grew up in the Nkandla district in Zululand and herded cattle as a boy.

Holden (P.) THE ARMS DEAL IN YOUR POCKET, , 357 pp., paperback, Johannesburg, 2008.

	R145

Foreword by Andrew Feinstein, author of "After the Party".

Paul Holden's handbook to the arms deal. He identifies and explains the key aspects of the deal, the cover-up, the crucial questions that remain unanswered, and why it has created a political and moral crisis.

Hood (G.) dir. TSOTSI, , 91 minutes, DVD, South Africa, 2006.

	R170

A feature film based on the novel, "Tsotsi" by Athol Fugard. The film won an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 2006. A second DVD includes a short documentary on the making of the film, interviews with director Gavin Hood and members of the cast and footage of their return to South Africa aftewr winning an Oscar.

Irving (A.) dir. BEHIND AN AFRICAN MASK, a search for Africa's forgotten past, 52 minutes, DVD, South Africa, No Date.

	R190

Explores the theory presented by Dr. Cyril Hromnik, amongst others, that the mariners of ancient India sailed to southern Africa in search of gold, influencing the culture and religion of the region.

Jaffer (Z.) LOVE IN THE TIME OF TREASON, the life story of Ayesha Dawood, 224 pp., paperback, Cape Town, 2008.

	R145

Biography of activist, ANC member and Treason Trialist Ayesha Dawood.

Journalist Zubeida Jaffer has also written an autobiography, "Our Generation".

Kaplan (M.) dir. BETRAYAL, , 55 minutes, DVD, South Africa, 2006.

	R275

Documentary on Nokuthula Simelane who disappeared in Johannesburg in 1983 while on a mission for the ANC. Includes interviews with her family and Pumla Gobodo-Madikizela.

Key (L.) dir. KAROO KITAAR BLUES, David Kramer's South African musical journey, 90 minutes, DVD, South Africa, 2004.

	R145

A documentary that follows David Kramer as he travels into Namaqualand and the Great Karoo in search of guitarists, violinists, piano accordionists and mouth organ players who play the almost forgotten Afrikaans folk music, which David Kramer describes as "Karoo Blues". This music, played by shepherds and sheep shearers who are descendants of the Quena people, is a blend of indigenous and colonial influences. He invited nine of these musicians to Cape Town where they recorded their music and performed at the Baxter Theatre.

Korr (C.) & Close (M.) MORE THAN JUST A GAME, soccer v apartheid, 317 pp., b/w & colour illus., paperback, London, 2008.

	R215

A history of the Makana Football Association, founded on Robben Island in 1969. "Following FIFA rules, principles and statutes, the association used football to create a space of dignity, respect and democracy on this infamous island". Those who played football on Robben Island include Jeff Radebe, Jacob Zuma, Tokyo Sexwale and Marcus Solomon.

Matabane (K.) dir. CONVERSATIONS ON A SUNDAY AFTERNOON, , 80 minutes, DVD, South Africa, 2007.

	R95

A film, part-drama and part-documentary, that offers insight into the realities of displacement. Interwoven with the fictional story of a Somalian refugee are various interviews Khalo Matabane conducted with refugees and immigrants living in Johannesburg.

Moloi (V.) dir. MEN OF GOLD, , 54 minutes, DVD, South Africa, 2006.

	R245

Documentary on the lives of two unemployed men on the streets of Johannesburg.

Pottinger (B.) THE MBEKI LEGACY, , 348 pp., paperback, Cape Town, (2008) 2009.

	R210

Journalist Brian Pottinger analyses Thabo Mbeki's presidency, his successes and failures, and why he was defeated at the ANCs 2007 Polokwane conference. "This updated edition covers events up to the 2009 election and Jacob Zuma's first State of the Nation address, and offers additional insights into the post-Mbeki era."

Brian Pottinger is a former editor of the Sunday Times. He is also the author of "The Imperial Presidency, PW Botha, the first 10 years".

Journalist Brian Pottinger analyses Thabo Mbeki's presidency, his successes and failtures, and why he was defeated at the ANC's 2007 Polokwane conference. "This updated edition covers events up to the 2009 election and Jacob uma's first State of the Nation address, and offers additional insights into the post-Mbeki era."

Brian Pottinger is a former editor of the Suday Times. He is also the author of "The Imperial Presidenct. PW Botha, the fist 10 years.".

Pryce (L.) RED TAPE AND WHITE KNUCKLES, , 410 pp., map, colour illus., paperback, London, 2008.

	R195

In 2006/7 Lois Pryce travelled alone by motorbike from Tunis to Cape Town through the Sahara desert, the Congo basin and Angola.

Said (A.A.) dir. GOLD, TEARS AND MUSIC, , 51 minutes, DVD, South Africa, 2003.

	R285

Traces the creation of Johannesburg's distinctive sound, Marabi, through to Kwela and Mbaqanga. Includes interviews with social anthropologist David Coplan, film director Glenn Udjebe, composers and musicians Jonas Gwanga, Big Voice Jack, Lemmy Special and Sipho "Hotstix" Mabusa, and journalist Gwen Ansell and a performance by Pops Mohamed.

Part of the Rhythms from Africa documentary series.

Said (A.A.) dir. SCRATCH, MIX AND ?, , 51 minutes, DVD, South Africa, 2003.

	R285

Looks at youth music culture in South Africa and Zanzibar. Includes interviews with social anthropologist David Coplan, musician and composer Sipho "Hotstix" Mabuse and kwaito artists Bongi Nkosi Tutu (Zola), Queen Sesoga and Arthur and performances by kwaito groups Black Noise and Goddessa.

Part of the Rhythms from Africa documentary series.

Schaffers (J.) prod. DISTRICT SIX, the colour of our skin?, 50 minutes, DVD, South Africa, No Date.

	R186

A documentary on the history of District Six, told by Joe Schaffers who was born and grew up in the area, before being moved to the Cape Flats in 1967. He now works as an educator at the District Six Museum.

Schoeman (K.) PATRISIËRS & PRINSE, die Europese samelewing en die stigting van 'n kolonie aan die Kaap, 1619-1715, 436 pp., illus., hardback, d.w., Pretoria, 2008.

	R300

In the first volume of what is planned to be a five-part work on early white settlement at the Cape, Karel Schoeman describes 17th century European society and the establishment of a refreshment station at the Cape by the VOC in 1652..

The other titles in the series will be:
Handelsryk in die Ooste: die wêreld van die VOC, 1619-1988
Kolonie aan die Kaap: Jan van Riebeeck en die vestiging van die eerste blankes, 1652-1662
Burgers & Amptenare: die vroeë ontwikkeling van die kolonie aan die Kaap, 1662-1679
Here & Boere: die kolonie aan die Kaap onder die Van der Stels, 1679-1712

Text in Afrikaans.

Schouw (B.) text & Carnegie (A.) illus. DREAMWALKING, , 30 pp., colour illus., paperback, Pietermaritzburg, 2008.

	R68

A children's picture book about following your dreams, inspired by the story of Mark Shuttleworth.

Segal (L.) & Holden (P.) GREAT LIVES, pivotal moments, 215 pp., 4to., b/w & colour illus., paperback, Johannesburg, 2008.

	R260

"As part of its centenary in 2006, the Sunday Times newspaper created a trail of street memorials across South Africa to celebrate newsmakers and important events of the last 100 years." This book tells the stories behind these memorials, which were created by local artists. Some of these memorials are:
The Olive Schreiner Memorial by Barbara Wildenboer
The Mohandas Gandhi Memorial by Usha Seejarim
The Albert Luthuli Memorial by Notobeko Ntombela and Monli Mdanda
The Orlando Pirates Memorial by Sam Nhlengethwa
The Cissie Gool Memorial by Ruth Sacks
The Alan Paton Memorial by Andrew Verster
The Race Classification Memorial by Roderick Sauls
The George Pemba Memorial by Andrew Nhlangwini
The Lilian Ngoyi Memorial by Stephen Maqashela
The Athol Fugard Memorial by Mark Wilby
The Ingrid Jonker Memorial by Tyrone Appollis
The John Vorster Square Memorial by Kagiso Pat Mautloa
The Tsietsi Mashinini Memorial by Johannes Phokela
The Ladysmith Black Mambazo Memorial by Magwa Langa
The Purple March Memorial by Conrad Botes
The Desmond Tutu and TRC Memorial by Anton Momberg.

Thompson (B.) dir. OUR LANGUAGE, OUR MUSIC, OUR CITY, , 51 minutes, DVD, South Africa, 2003.

	R285

Presents the three musical cultures in Cape Town: the music that has its roots in the goema rhythm created during the years of slavery, the Xhosa music which has incorporated some Khoisan sounds, and jazz. Includes interviews with musician and historian Vincent Kolbe, musicians and composers Errol Dyers, Robbie Jansen and Spencer Mbadu, musicologist Alvin Petersen and music journalist Dinga Sikwebu.

Part of the Rhythms from Africa documentary series.

van den Bergh (R.) dir. FAITH LIKE POTATOES, based on an inspiring true story, 111 minutes, DVD, South Africa, 2006.

	R155

Based on the autobiography, "Faith Like Potatoes" by Angus Buchan, a Zambian farmer of Scottish descent who left Zambia in the midst of land claims to begin a new life on a farm, "Shalom", in Greytown, KwaZulu-Natal. The film tells the story of his conversion to Christianity and his new life as a farmer involved in his community.

Varty (D.) & Buchanan (M.) THE FULL CIRCLE, to Londolozi and back again - a family's journey, 223 pp., maps, b/w & colour illus., hardback, d.w., Johannesburg, 2008.

	R230

The story of how conservation pioneer Dave Varty turned his family's bush camp on the border of the Kruger National Park into the famous Londolozi Private Game Reserve, as told to Molly Buchanan.

Wolfaardt (I.) HEARTFRUIT, , 455 pp., paperback, Cape Town, 2008.

	R190

This debut novel, originally written as a thesis for an MA degree in Creative Writing at the University of Cape Town, traces the story of a fruit farm in the Cape from the late 1960s until the end of the twentieth century.

Ingrid Winterbach was born in East London in 1960. She now lives in Paarl.

Woodward (W.) THE ANIMAL GAZE, animal subjectivities in southern African narratives, 192 pp., paperback, Johannesburg, 2008.

	R220

Explores the work of southern African writers - Olive Schreiner, Zakes Mda, Yvonne Vera, Eugene Marais, J.M.Coetzee, Luis Bernardo Honwana, Michiel Heyns, Marlene van Niekerk, Linda Tucker and others - who represent animals as individual subjects, asking us to think differently about animals and our relationships with them.

Wendy Woodward is a Professor in the English Department at the University of the Western Cape.

Ziegler (P.) LEGACY, Cecil Rhodes, the Rhodes Trust and Rhodes Scholarships, 388 pp., illus., hardback, d.w., New Haven & London, 2008.

	R540

British biographer and historian Philip Ziegler traces the evolution of the Rhodes Trust and its Scholarship programme from Cecil John Rhodes' vision in 1902 to the present day.