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Auction #115 begins on 30 May 2024

Gustav S. Preller

Scripta Africana series in 9 volumes complete

Published: Scripta Africana, Melville, 1988

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A limited edition of 300 sets printed, consisting of 9 volumes bound in deluxe brown leatherette with lovely gold trim.  Voortrekkermense I-VI; Dagboek van Louis Trichardt; Voortrekker Wetgewing; Piet Retief; Voortrekkers van Suidwes; Andries Pretorius.

A combined weight of 22 kilograms.

Gustav Schoeman Preller (4 October 1875 in Klein Schoemansdal, Klipdrift, Pretoria – 7 October 1943 in Pelindaba) was a journalist, historian, writer and literary critic. He fought for the recognition of Afrikaans. Preller helped the Afrikaner to awake to the importance of the history of South Africa. He made great contributions to the writing of South African history, through his research and the literature. He also contributed greatly to making South Africans aware of the legacy of the Voortrekkers.

  • Binding Condition: Very good
  • Overall Condition: Very good
  • Size: 22 x 28 cm
  • Sold By: Mantis Books
  • Contact Person: Charl Yates
  • Country: South Africa
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Telephone: 0833219905
  • Preferred Payment Methods: EFT & Paypal
  • Trade Associations: AA Approved


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