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Auction #124 begins on 03 Jul 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: $40

Approximately:

Estimate: $60

Bidding opens: 3 Jul 16:30 GMT

Bidding closes: 10 Jul 16:30 GMT

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xv, 348 pages: illustrations, portraits, maps. Paper covered boards, dust wrapper. Page edges browned. Stamp on front free end-paper.


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. The hard cover edition is exceedingly scarce.

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


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