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The Centenary Book of South African Verse: 1825-1925
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African HistoryPoetry AnthologiesGeneral Poetry
ISBN13: 9781025541242
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 268
Weight: 0.84
Height: 0.56 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Centenary Book of South African Verse 1825-1925 is a comprehensive and seminal anthology that surveys a century of poetic expression in South Africa. Edited by the distinguished poet and anthologist F. C. Slater, this collection provides a vital record of the English-language verse produced during a formative hundred-year period. The volume traces the evolution of the region's literary voice, from the early lyrics of the 1820s to the more complex and varied perspectives of the early 20th century.
The works contained within this volume capture the unique landscapes, the social shifts, and the emerging national identity of a territory in transition. Through a diverse range of contributors, the anthology explores themes of nature, colonial life, and historical conflict, offering a vivid window into the creative spirit of the era. As a significant cultural retrospective, The Centenary Book of South African Verse 1825-1925 remains an essential resource for those interested in African literature, history, and the development of South African poetic traditions. It stands as a testament to the rhythmic and emotional heritage of a century's worth of creative endeavor.
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