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The Cape Town Book presents a fresh picture of the Mother City, one that brings together all its stories. From geology and beaches to forced removals and hip-hop, Nechama Brodie, author of the best-selling The Joburg Book, has delved deeply into the hidden past of Cape Town to emerge with a lucid and compelling account of South Africa's fi rst city, its landscape and its people. The book's 14 chapters trace the origins and expansion of Cape Town - from the City Bowl to the southern and coastal suburbs, the vast expanse of the Cape Flats and the sprawling northern areas. Offering a nuanced, yet balanced, perspective on Cape Town, the book includes familiar attractions like Table Mountain, Kirstenbosch and the Company's Garden, while also giving a voice to marginalised communities in areas such as Athlone, Langa, Mitchells Plain and Khayelitsha. Many of the images in the book have never been published before, and are drawn from the archives of museums, universities and public institutions. This beautifully illustrated, information-rich book is the defi nitive portrait of the wind-blown, contradictory city at the southern tip of Africa that more than three million people call home

Tissue salts are minerals that our bodies need to ensure optimal health. They are found in the Earth's rocks and soil, and in food that is grown organically in mineral-rich soil. Considered to be the basic constituents of our bones, blood, organs and muscles, they are easily absorbed by the human body, with no side-effects. In this book, Margaret Roberts draws on decades of experience to advise readers on using the 12 key tissue salts to slow the ageing process, promote vitality and enhance health. Each tissue salt is presented in its own chapter, with tips on treating specific ailments; and advice on increasing the intake of the salts through the diet. An ailment chart is included for quick reference. An indispensable guide for anyone interested in health, wellness, and using natural remedies to ease the effects of ageing.

A remarkable variety of animals and plants can be found in the wilderness region surrounding the Okavango Delta. This photographic guide covers more than 470 of the area's most conspicuous and interesting mammals, birds, reptiles, frogs, fi shes, invertebrates, trees and aquatic plants. An informative introduction describes the area's geology, climate, habitats and the key roles played by some animals, such as termites and elephants. The species accounts feature concise text describing the species' appearance, size, habits, habitat and status, with full-colour photographs to facilitate identification.

Namaqualand is justifiably famous for the floral wonderland it becomes in spring, when seas of bright flowers carpet the land. Astonishingly, the carpet comprises some 3,800 species, of which 28% are endemic. This book introduces nearly 600 species, highlighting those most commonly found, most conspicuous, spectacular or interesting, as well as endemics. An introduction touches on the species selection for the book, the climatic and topographical subregions within Namaqualand, plant names and uses, and conservation issues. The concise species descriptions also give seed and fruit details, uses, local growing conditions and flowering times, along with beautiful full-colour photographs. This is a must-have guide for visitors to Namaqualand, or for anyone interested in the wild flowers of southern Africa.

Recognise birds by their calls with this handy package of CD and accompanying book. These will help identify the sounds made by a range of the most common and widely distributed East African bird species.

Anyone who longs for a beloved grandmother's famous milk tart or melkkos, or a great aunt's delicious bobotie or vetkoek, should have this book in his or her kitchen! Traditional South African Cooking is a collection of well-known South African recipes that will enable the modern cook to continue the tradition and produce the same delicious meals that our ancestors used to enjoy. South African cuisine is a unique blend of the culinary art of many different cultures. Dutch, French, German and British settlers, as well as the Malays who came from the East, all brought their own recipes to this country. The subtle adaptation of these 'imported' recipes by the addition of local ingredients and the introduction of innovative (at the time) cooking methods resulted in an original and much-loved cuisine. This book also features interesting snippets about our forebears' way of life.

The definitive guide to reef life off the eastern coast of southern Africa, it covers all the fishes, corals, nudibranchs and invertebrates you are likely to see.

Geology off the beaten track follows on the successof author Nick Norman's earlier Geological Journeys(co-authored with Gavin Whitfi eld), which has sold morethan 20 000 copies in the last 6 years. This new book helps readers understand and interpret thegeology along SA's regional and other less-travelled roads. It features 13 detailed routes across the country, takingin geologically interesting areas such as the Richtersveld,Cape winelands and the Valley of Desolation nearGraaff-Reinet. The text is richly illustrated with photos and explanatorydiagrams, making it suitable for armchair travellers too. Maps for all the routes indicate key geosites, withGPS readings to pinpoint their location. This is a must-have handbook for travellers in the region,or for anyone wanting to know more about our rocksand landforms.

First published in 1986, Smithers' Mammals is an authoritative and popular guide to the mammals of Southern Africa, including whales, dolphins and seals. Will appeal to general readers and wildlife enthusiasts, as well as to specialists in the field.

This photographic guide to the wildlife of East Africais an accessible introduction to the region's moreconspicuous and interesting mammals, birds, reptiles,frogs, insects, flowers and trees. A colour photographaccompanies each account, which describes the species'appearance, size, and habits, and gives information ontheir conservation status, habitat and the best viewinglocalities. This book is an invaluable guide for visitorsto national parks and other wildlife-rich places in EastAfrica and is a handy size for travel.

Fully revised and updated, this guide features all 2,129 species found in the region, and all 101 vagrants are briefly described too.