The Cape Malays. – Du Plessis, I D

History, religion, traditions, folk tales. The Malay Quarter

Insight to all aspects of this Malay quarter and its people, of picturesque old houses, mosques with their oriental atmosphere and muezzins calling from the minarets, colourful old customs, intimate details of everyday life, their handicrafts, lively street scenes, music, songs, old stories, etc.” A dedication page by I D du Plessis reads: “This book is dedicated to a group of people who through their industry, simplicity and sincerity, their respect for the law, for their own traditions and those of their neighbours, have shown the way to racial harmony. 16 plates and photographs. 97 Pages. Some mild foxing to the end papers. Third edition. Condition: Very good. Dust jacket: Good. Edge wear with a few small tears. Foxing to the front and verso of the dust jacket. Binding: Hardcover. Turquoise cloth boards with gilt device and lettering.

Publisher: A A Balkema
Date Published: 1972
Publication Place: Cape Town

Condition: Very good.
Binding: Hardcover.
Has Dust Jacket: Yes
Jacket Condition: Good.
Dimensions: 24.5cm x 17.5cm x 2cm