The story of slavery in Cape Town between 1658 with the first importation from Central Africa, and 1834, the year of emancipation. A picture of social life at the Cape in its early days, portraying the loose discipline of the Slave Lodge (once a brothel for visiting seamen) and the brutal justice handed out to all criminals. Illustrated end papers with the previous owners details. 205 Pages. First Edition. Condition: Good to very good. Dust jacket: Good. Light edge-wear to extremities. Two small remnants of clear tape to the verso. Binding: Hardcover.
Publisher: Howard Timmins
Date Published: 1970
Publication Place: Cape Town
First Edition: Yes
Condition: Good.
Binding: Hardcover.
Has Dust Jacket: Yes
Jacket Condition: Good.
Dimensions: 21.5cm x 14cm x 2.5cm
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