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du Plessis Africana Collection

The Du Plessis collection was purchased for 3 000 pounds by the University of Pretoria in 1939 from the estate of Prof J du Plessis (1868-1935), a prominent theologian at the University of Stellenbosch. Prof du Plessis' collection of almost 4 000 volumes includes many precious Africana works. It was purchased by UP with a view to strengthening its Africana collection that had been officially established in 1932. Among the valuable Africana works in this collection are Du Plessis' own books about...

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History of Matiwane and the Amangwane tribe : as told by Msebenzi to his kinsman Albert Hlongwane
History of Matiwane and the Amangwane tribe : as told by Msebenzi to his kinsman Albert Hlongwane
by Msebenzi, approximately 1850-
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275 pages, [8] leaves of plates : 24 cm
Topics: Matiwane, Tribes -- Africa, Ethnology -- Africa
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The golden stool : some aspects of the conflict of cultures in Africa
The golden stool : some aspects of the conflict of cultures in Africa
by Smith, Edwin William, 1876-1957
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Includes bibliographies and index
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Topic: Ashanti (African people)
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Buku Lopatulika ndilo Mau a Mulungu Chipangano cha Kale ndi cha Tsopano
Buku Lopatulika ndilo Mau a Mulungu Chipangano cha Kale ndi cha Tsopano
by Murray, William Hoppe, 1866-1947; Napier, R. H; Ndombe, Che; National Bible Society of Scotland; British and Foreign Bible Society; Union Nyanja Translation Committee; Dutch Reformed Church Mission; Church of Scotland Mission
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The first Bible in chiChewa
Topics: Nyanja language, Nyanja language
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A dictionary of the Suahili language
A dictionary of the Suahili language
by Krapf, L
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433 p. ; 24 cm
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Buku Lopatulika ndilo Mau a Mulungu Chipangano cha Kale ndi cha Tsopano
Buku Lopatulika ndilo Mau a Mulungu Chipangano cha Kale ndi cha Tsopano
by Murray, William Hoppe, 1866-1947; Napier, R. H; Ndombe, Che; National Bible Society of Scotland; British and Foreign Bible Society; Union Nyanja Translation Committee; Dutch Reformed Church Mission; Church of Scotland Mission
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The first Bible in chiChewa
Topic: Nyanja language
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Chipangano Chatsopano : cha ambuye wathu Yesu Kristu
Chipangano Chatsopano : cha ambuye wathu Yesu Kristu
by Murray, W. H; National Bible Society of Scotland; British and Foreign Bible Society
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New Testament, Union Nyanja version
Topics: Chewa dialect, Chewa dialect
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The history of the South African College, 1829-1918
The history of the South African College, 1829-1918
by Ritchie, W; Kent, T. P
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Includes index
Topic: University of Cape Town
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The Compleat geographer: or, The chorography and topography of all the known parts of the earth. To which is premis'd an introduction to geography, and a natural history of the earth and the elements
The Compleat geographer: or, The chorography and topography of all the known parts of the earth. To which is premis'd an introduction to geography, and a natural history of the earth and the elements
by Moll, Herman, d. 1732
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Part 2 has special t.p.: Thesaurus geographicus: or, The compleat geographer. Part the second. Being the chorography, topography, and history of Asia, Africa, and America. Faithfully extracted from the best modern travellers, and most esteem'd historians, and illustrated with maps ... by Herman Moll. 4th ed., much amended. London, 1722
Topic: Geography
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Ethiopia unbound: studies in race emancipation
Ethiopia unbound: studies in race emancipation
by Hayford, J. E. Casely (Joseph Ephraim Casely), 1866-1930
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215 pages 23 cm
Topic: Race relations
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Two hundred years of the S.P.G.: an historical account of the Society for the propagation of the gospel in foreign parts, 1701-1900 (Based on a digest of the Society's records.
Two hundred years of the S.P.G.: an historical account of the Society for the propagation of the gospel in foreign parts, 1701-1900 (Based on a digest of the Society's records.
by Pascoe, C. F. (Charles Frederick), b. 1854
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"Published in 1893 under the title of 'A classified digest' of the Society's records ... After passing through seven editions the book has been carefully revised and nearly 500 pages added"--Pref. p. xii-xiii
Topics: Society for the Propagation of the Gospel in Foreign Parts (Great Britain), Church of England,...
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A history of Christian missions in South Africa
A history of Christian missions in South Africa
by Du Plessis, J. (Johannes), 1868-1935
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Bibliography: p. 466-479
Topic: Missions
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The history of old Durban and reminiscences of an emigrant of 1850
The history of old Durban and reminiscences of an emigrant of 1850
by Russell, George, 1812-1888
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xv, 512 pages, [5] leaves of plates : 20 cm
Topics: Durban (South Africa) -- History, South Africa -- Durban
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Geskiedenis vir Suid-Afrika, of ons verlede
Geskiedenis vir Suid-Afrika, of ons verlede
by Gie, S. F. N. (Stefanus François Naudé), 1884-1945
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Geslacht-register der oude Kaapsche familien
Geslacht-register der oude Kaapsche familien
by De Villiers, C. C. (Christoffel Coetzee), 1850-1887; Theal, George McCall, 1837-1919
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Edited by George McCall Theal
Topic: South Africa -- Genealogy
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Afrikaanse gedigte, byeenfersameld uit wat in di laaste 30 jaar ferskyn is, 1876-1906
Afrikaanse gedigte, byeenfersameld uit wat in di laaste 30 jaar ferskyn is, 1876-1906
by Afrikaanse
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ii, 164 p. ; 25 cm
Topic: Afrikaans poetry
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The colonization of Africa
The colonization of Africa
by Sir H. H. Johnston
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Old Cape highways
Old Cape highways
by Mossop, E. E
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"Portions of chapters IV.-VII. have appeared in the Cape times in 1926 and 1927 in articles entitled 'Footsteps of the early explorers'."--Foreword
Topic: Roads
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Some folk-lore stories and songs in Chinyanja : with English translation and notes
Some folk-lore stories and songs in Chinyanja : with English translation and notes
by Rattray, R. S. (Robert Sutherland), 1881-1938; Hetherwick, Alexander, b. 1860
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224 p. ; 17 cm
Topics: Folklore, Nyanja language
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A hand-book of Luganda
A hand-book of Luganda
by Pilkington, George Lawrence, 1865-1897
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95 p. :
Topic: Ganda language
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The Anglo-Egyptian Sudan : a compendium prepared by officers of the Sudan government
The Anglo-Egyptian Sudan : a compendium prepared by officers of the Sudan government
by Gleichen, Edward, Lord, 1863-1937
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I.Geographical, descriptive and historical. -II.Routes
Topics: Sudan -- Description and travel, Sudan -- History
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Mendelssohn's South African Bibliography
Mendelssohn's South African Bibliography
by S. Mendelssohn; Mendelssohn, Sidney, d. 1917; Colvin, Ian Duncan, 1877-1938
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Vol. I. - LXXII, 1008 p. - Vol. II. - 1139 p
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Travels in India
Travels in India
by Tavernier, Jean-Baptiste, 1605-1689; Ball, V. (Valentine), 1843-1895; Tavernier, Jean-Baptiste, 1605-1689. Six voyages de Jean-Baptiste Tavernier. pt. 2. English
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Translation of pt. 2 of the author's Les six voyages, which was originally published at Paris, 1676
Topics: India -- Description and travel, Mogul Empire
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History of the battles and adventures of the British, the Boers and the Zulus in Southern Africa
History of the battles and adventures of the British, the Boers and the Zulus in Southern Africa
by D. C. F. Moodie; Moodie, D. C. F. (Duncan Campbell Francis), 1838-1891
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Spine Title: History of the battles in Southern Africa
Topic: Zulu War, 1879
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Mendelssohn's South African Bibliography
Mendelssohn's South African Bibliography
by S. Mendelssohn; Mendelssohn, Sidney, d. 1917; Colvin, Ian Duncan, 1877-1938
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Vol. I. - LXXII, 1008 p. - Vol. II. - 1139 p
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Manual of South African Geography
Manual of South African Geography
by H. Hall; Hall, Henry
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vii, 190 p. : 17 cm
Topic: Physical geography
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The autobiography of the late Sir Andries Stockenstrom, bart., sometime lieutenant-governor of the eastern province of the colony of the Cape of Good Hope
The autobiography of the late Sir Andries Stockenstrom, bart., sometime lieutenant-governor of the eastern province of the colony of the Cape of Good Hope
by Stockenstrom, Andries, 1792-1864; Hutton, C. W
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Spine title: Autobiography of Sir Andries Stockenstrom, bart
Topics: Stockenstrom, Andries, 1792-1864, Stockenstrom, Andries, 1792-1864, Lieutenant governors
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Basutoland records. Copies of official documents of various kinds, accounts of traveller, &c., collected and arranged by order of the Honourable J.W. Sauer, esp., secretary for native affairs
Basutoland records. Copies of official documents of various kinds, accounts of traveller, &c., collected and arranged by order of the Honourable J.W. Sauer, esp., secretary for native affairs
by Basutoland
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I. 1833-1852.--II. 1853-1861.--III. 1862-1868
Topics: Lesotho -- History -- Sources, Lesotho
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The handbook of Nyasaland : comprising historical, statistical and general information concerning the Nyasaland Protectorate
The handbook of Nyasaland : comprising historical, statistical and general information concerning the Nyasaland Protectorate
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Nyasaland directory: p. [269]-288
Topic: Malawi
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Seven years in South Africa : travels, researches, and hunting adventures, between the diamond-fields and the Zambesi (1872-79)
Seven years in South Africa : travels, researches, and hunting adventures, between the diamond-fields and the Zambesi (1872-79)
by Holub, Emil, 1847-1902
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2 volumes, 60 unnumbered leaves of plates : 22 cm
Topics: Holub, Emil, 1847-1902 -- Travel -- Africa, Southern, Holub, Emil, 1847-1902, Big game hunting --...
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Africanderisms : a glossary of South African colloquial words and phrases and of place and other names
Africanderisms : a glossary of South African colloquial words and phrases and of place and other names
by Pettman, Charles, b. 1851
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Includes bibliographical references
Topics: English language, Dutch language, Afrikaans language, Afrikaans languages
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Afrikaanse spraakkuns
Afrikaanse spraakkuns
by Bouman, A.C. (Arie Cornelis), 1892-1966. (NL-LeOCL)072281510; Pienaar, Eduard Christiaan, 1882- (NL-LeOCL)069009546
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236 p. ; in-8
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Kerksoewenier van die Gemeente Albanie : 'n geskiedkundige van die honderdjarige bestaan van die plaasike Ned.-Geref. Gemeente, 1831-1931
Kerksoewenier van die Gemeente Albanie : 'n geskiedkundige van die honderdjarige bestaan van die plaasike Ned.-Geref. Gemeente, 1831-1931
by Dreyer, A. (Andries), 1872-1938
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92 pages ; 22 cm
Topic: Nederduitse Gereformeerde Kerk in Suid-Afrika
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Geslacht-register der oude Kaapsche familien
Geslacht-register der oude Kaapsche familien
by De Villiers, C. C. (Christoffel Coetzee), 1850-1887; Theal, George McCall, 1837-1919
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Edited by George McCall Theal
Topic: South Africa -- Genealogy
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Guide to the Lunkundu language
Guide to the Lunkundu language
by MacKittrick, John; MacKittrick, F. T
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Note dated July, 1893
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Totemism and exogamy : a treatise on certain early forms of superstition and society
Totemism and exogamy : a treatise on certain early forms of superstition and society
by Frazer, James George, Sir, 1854-1941
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Supplement published 1937 under title: Totemica
Topics: Totemism, Endogamy and exogamy
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The Uganda protectorate : an attempt to give some description of the physical geography, botany, zoology, anthropology, languages and history of the territories under British protection in East Central Africa, between the Congo Free State and the Rift valley and between the first degree of south latitude and the fifth degree of north latitude
The Uganda protectorate : an attempt to give some description of the physical geography, botany, zoology, anthropology, languages and history of the territories under British protection in East Central Africa, between the Congo Free State and the Rift valley and between the first degree of south latitude and the fifth degree of north latitude
by Johnston, Harry Hamilton, Sir, 1858-1927
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Paged continuously
Topics: African languages, Natural history, Ethnology
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Record of South Eastern Africa
Record of South Eastern Africa
by G. M Theal
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Education in South Africa (1652-1922)
Education in South Africa (1652-1922)
by E. G. Malherbe; Malherbe, E. G. (Ernst Gideon), 1895-
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Includes bibliographical references and index
Topic: Education
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The unknown horn of Africa : an exploration from Berbera to the Leopard River
The unknown horn of Africa : an exploration from Berbera to the Leopard River
by James, F. L. (Frank Linsly), 1851-1890
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xx, 273 p., [10] leaves of plates : 20 cm
Topic: Natural history
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Précis of the archives of the Cape of Good Hope : letters and documents received 1649-1662
Précis of the archives of the Cape of Good Hope : letters and documents received 1649-1662
by Cape of Good Hope (South Africa). Archives; Leibbrandt, H. C. V
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Topics: Riebeeck, Jan van, 1619-1677, Nederlandsche Oost-Indische Compagnie
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History of South Africa
History of South Africa
by E. A. Walker; Walker, Eric A. (Eric Anderson), 1886-
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"Select bibliography of books to which references are given in the text": p. [601]-607
Topics: South Africa -- History, South Africa -- Politics and government
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Die verdedigingstelsel aan die Kaap onder die Hollands-Oosindiese Kompanjie, 1652-1759
Die verdedigingstelsel aan die Kaap onder die Hollands-Oosindiese Kompanjie, 1652-1759
by Roux, P. E
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iv, 214 p. ; 21 cm
Topic: Nederlandsche Oost-Indische Compagnie
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Die Buren und der Südafrikanische Krieg : e. Darst. Südafrikas, d. Charakters u. Lebens d. Buren, d. Geschichte ihrer Republiken u. deren Kämpfe mit England bis zum Friedensschluß
Die Buren und der Südafrikanische Krieg : e. Darst. Südafrikas, d. Charakters u. Lebens d. Buren, d. Geschichte ihrer Republiken u. deren Kämpfe mit England bis zum Friedensschluß
by Kürschner, Joseph
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419 S. :
Topics: South African War (1899-1902), Burenkrieg, Buren, Burenkrieg, South African War, 1899-1902, South...
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Precis of the archives of the Cape of Good Hope : requesten (memorials) : 1715-1806
Precis of the archives of the Cape of Good Hope : requesten (memorials) : 1715-1806
by Leibbrandt, H. C. V; Pienaar, S. W
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Copy nr. 1683228 from S W Pienaar
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Precis of the Archives of the Cape of Good Hope : Letters despatched from the Cape, 1652-1662
Precis of the Archives of the Cape of Good Hope : Letters despatched from the Cape, 1652-1662
by Cape of Good Hope (South Africa). Archives; Leibbrandt, H.C.V
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Letters despatched from the Cape, 1652-1662, to which are added land grants, attestations, journals of voyage to Tristan da Cunha, names of freemen, etc
Topic: Cape of Good Hope (South Africa). Archives
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History and Ethnography of South Africa before 1795
History and Ethnography of South Africa before 1795
by G.M Theal; Theal, George McCall, 1837-1919
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Spine title: History and ethnography of South Africa before 1795
Topics: Africa, South -- History, Ethnology -- Africa, South
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The Uganda protectorate : an attempt to give some description of the physical geography, botany, zoology, anthropology, languages and history of the territories under British protection in East Central Africa, between the Congo Free State and the Rift valley and between the first degree of south latitude and the fifth degree of north latitude
The Uganda protectorate : an attempt to give some description of the physical geography, botany, zoology, anthropology, languages and history of the territories under British protection in East Central Africa, between the Congo Free State and the Rift valley and between the first degree of south latitude and the fifth degree of north latitude
by Johnston, Harry Hamilton, Sir, 1858-1927
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Paged continuously
Topics: African languages, Natural history, Ethnology
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South Africa, 1486-1913
South Africa, 1486-1913
by Tilby, A. Wyatt, b. 1880
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To the Cape and beyond: 1486-1856.--Towards the north: 1833-1900.--Christianity and the empire.--The union of South Africa: 1852-1910
Topic: South Africa -- History
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The history of the Universities' Mission to Central Africa, 1859-1898
The history of the Universities' Mission to Central Africa, 1859-1898
by Morshead, Anne Elizabeth Mary Anderson; Universities' Mission to Central Africa
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6th ed. of this work published as v. 1 of The history of the Universities' Mission to Central Africa, by Universities' Mission to Central Africa; London, 1955-62
Topics: Church of England, Missions
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L'Afrique chrétienne : évêchés et ruines antiques
L'Afrique chrétienne : évêchés et ruines antiques
by Mesnage, Joseph, 1859-1922; Toulotte, Anatole, 1852-1907
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XII-592 p.-[2] f. de pl. : in-8
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Across wildest Africa : an account of the country and people of eastern, central and western Africa as seen during a twelve months' journey from Djibuti to Cape Verde
Across wildest Africa : an account of the country and people of eastern, central and western Africa as seen during a twelve months' journey from Djibuti to Cape Verde
by Landor, A. Henry Savage
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2 volumes ; 24 cm
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Reisen van Nicolaus de Graaff gedaan naar alle gewesten des werelds, beginnende 1639 tot 1687 incluis
Reisen van Nicolaus de Graaff gedaan naar alle gewesten des werelds, beginnende 1639 tot 1687 incluis
by Graaff, Nicolaus de
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xli, 132 p. : 24 cm
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Among the Bantu nomads : a record of forty years spent among the Bechuana a numerous and ...
Among the Bantu nomads : a record of forty years spent among the Bechuana a numerous and ...
by Brown, J. Tom (John Tom), d. 1925
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270 p. : 22 cm
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The Lusiad, or, The discovery of India : an epic poem
The Lusiad, or, The discovery of India : an epic poem
by Camões, Luís de, 1524?-1580; Mickle, William Julius, 1735-1788, translator; Mortimer, John Hamilton, 1740-1779, illustrator; Bew, John, d. 1793, bookseller; Payne, Thomas, 1719-1799, bookseller; Dodsley, James, 1724-1797, bookseller; Robson, James, 1733-1806, bookseller; Almon, John, 1737-1805, bookseller; Cadell, T. (Thomas), 1742-1802, bookseller; Flexney, William, d. 1808, bookseller; Sewell, John, 1733 or 4-1802, bookseller; Jackson and Lister, printer; New York Society Library....
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Frontispiece illustration signed J. Mortimer; at bottom of plate: "Published as the Act directs April 21, 1778."
Topics: Gama, Vasco da, 1469-1524, Camões, Luís de, 1524?-1580, Explorers, Portuguese
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Drama en toneel in Suid-Afrika
Drama en toneel in Suid-Afrika
by Bosman, F. C. L. (Frederik Christiaan Ludolph), 1898-
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Includes bibliographical references
Topics: Performing arts, Theater, South African drama, 968, Performing arts, South African drama, Theater
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The Cape monthly magazine
The Cape monthly magazine
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Incorporated in: The Cape quarterly review
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Vasco da Gama and his successors : 1460-1580
Vasco da Gama and his successors : 1460-1580
by Jayne, K. G. (Kingsley Garland)
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"First published in 1910"-- t.p. verso
Topics: Gama, Vasco da, 1469-1524, Discoveries in geography
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Testamente Watsopano wa Mwini Watu Ndi Mpulumutsi Yes Kristu
Testamente Watsopano wa Mwini Watu Ndi Mpulumutsi Yes Kristu
by British and Foreign Bible society
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Morgenländische Reise-Beschreibung
Morgenländische Reise-Beschreibung
by Mandelslo, Johann Albrecht von; Olearius, Adam, 1603-1671
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226 p
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Historical account of discoveries and travels in Africa : from the earliest ages to the present time; including the substance of Dr. Leyden's work on that subject
Historical account of discoveries and travels in Africa : from the earliest ages to the present time; including the substance of Dr. Leyden's work on that subject
by Murray, Hugh, 1779-1846; Leyden, John, 1775-1811
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2 v. :
Topics: Africa -- Description and travel, Africa -- Discovery and exploration
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Gereformeerd maandblad : godsdienstig en maatschappelijk tijdschrift voor Zuid-Afrika
Gereformeerd maandblad : godsdienstig en maatschappelijk tijdschrift voor Zuid-Afrika
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Description based on: D. 5, no. 5 (sept. 1896); title from cover
Topics: Reformed Church, Christianity, Christianity, Reformed Church
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A sketch of the modern languages of Africa
A sketch of the modern languages of Africa
by Cust, Robert Needham, 1821-1909
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"Accompanied by a language-map"
Topic: African languages
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The Negro in the New world
The Negro in the New world
by Johnston, Harry Hamilton, Sir, 1858-1927
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Maps on end-papers
Topics: Blacks, Slavery
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Precis of the archives of the Cape of Good Hope : Journal, 1671-1674 & 1676
Precis of the archives of the Cape of Good Hope : Journal, 1671-1674 & 1676
by Leibbrandt, H. C. V
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Topics: Cape of Good Hope (South Africa) -- History -- Sources, Cape of Good Hope (South Africa) -- History...
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Totemism and exogamy : a treatise on certain early forms of superstition and society
Totemism and exogamy : a treatise on certain early forms of superstition and society
by Frazer, James George, Sir, 1854-1941
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Supplement published 1937 under title: Totemica
Topics: Totemism, Endogamy and exogamy
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A cruising voyage round the world
A cruising voyage round the world
by Rogers, Woodes, d. 1732
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"First published in 1712, reprinted in The seafarers' library, 1928."
Topics: Selkirk, Alexander, 1676-1721, Voyages around the world, Privateering
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Tanganyika : eleven years in Central Africa
Tanganyika : eleven years in Central Africa
by Hore, Edward Coode
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xii p., 2 l., 306 p. 21 cm
Topics: Tanganyika, Lake, Africa, Central -- Description and travel
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Cape Colony to-day
Cape Colony to-day
by Cape of Good Hope (South Africa). Railway Department
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Includes index
Topic: Travel
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South Africa through the centuries
South Africa through the centuries
by A. Eliot; Elliott, Arthur, 1870-1938; Morrison, W. R., compiler
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76 p. : 24 cm
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Topic: Photography
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The Gospel according to St. Mark, translated into the Kikamba language
The Gospel according to St. Mark, translated into the Kikamba language
by Krapf, J. L. (Johann Ludwig), 1810-1881
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69 p. ; 21 cm
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Campaigning in South Africa and Egypt
Campaigning in South Africa and Egypt
by Molyneux, William Charles Francis
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viii, 287, [1] pages 23 cm
Topics: South Africa -- History, Egypt -- History -- English occupation, 1882-, Egypt, South Africa
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Geslacht-register der oude Kaapsche familien
Geslacht-register der oude Kaapsche familien
by De Villiers, C. C. (Christoffel Coetzee), 1850-1887; Theal, George McCall, 1837-1919
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Edited by George McCall Theal
Topic: South Africa -- Genealogy
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In darkest Africa, or, The quest rescue and retreat of Emin, Governor of Equatoria
In darkest Africa, or, The quest rescue and retreat of Emin, Governor of Equatoria
by Stanley, Henry M. (Henry Morton), 1841-1904
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Includes folded col. maps
Topics: Stanley, Henry M. (Henry Morton), 1841-1904, Stanley, Henry M. (Henry Morton), 1841-1904
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The Matabele at home
The Matabele at home
by Nielsen, Peter
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73 p. : 22 cm
Topic: Ndebele (African people)
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Journals of the Rev. James Frederick Schön and Mr. Samuel Crowther : who, with the sanction of Her Majesty's government, accompanied the expedition up the Niger, in 1841, in behalf of the Church Missionary Society
Journals of the Rev. James Frederick Schön and Mr. Samuel Crowther : who, with the sanction of Her Majesty's government, accompanied the expedition up the Niger, in 1841, in behalf of the Church Missionary Society
by Schön, James Frederick, 1803-1889; Crowther, Samuel, 1806?-1891; Watts, Richard, printer; J. Hatchard and Son, publisher; James Nisbet and Co. (London, England), publisher
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"With appendices and map."
Topics: Schön, James Frederick, 1803-1889, Crowther, Samuel, 1806?-1891, Crowther, Samuel, 1806?-1891,...

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