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Auction #120 begins on 16 Jan 2025

Peires, (J.B.)

THE DEAD WILL ARISE:

Nongqawuse and the Great Xhosa Cattle- Killing Movement of 1856-7

Published: Ravan Press, Johannesburg, 1989

Edition: First edition

Reserve: $75

Approximately:

Estimate: $95

Bidding opens: 16 Jan 16:30 GMT

Bidding closes: 23 Jan 16:30 GMT

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xv, 348 pages: illustrations, portraits, maps, dust wrapper. Stamp on front free endpaper.


The story of a prophetess and her prophecy of the resurrection of the dead. Peires takes into account all available sources, ranging from oral tradition, private letters and secret reports. He also examines the role of her uncle, Mhlakza, and the then Governor of the Cape, Sir George Grey. Unusual to find in hardcover.

  • Jacket Condition: Excellent
  • Binding Condition: Excellent
  • Overall Condition: Excellent
  • Size: 23 x 15 cm


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