A Home on Vorster Street
A Home on Vorster Street

Author: Razina Theba

Publisher: Jonathan Ball Publishers

Published: 2021-08-12

Total Pages: 207

ISBN-13: 1776191218

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Who bears witness to our lives? As a young girl, Razina Theba makes her way every day to the tiny family flat on Vorster Street in Fordsburg. It is here, just outside of the Johannesburg city centre, where she grows up, playing in the Yard with countless cousins, learning to enjoy perfect syrupy paan and the best way to brew chai for her bajee. It is also where she observes her family's harassment by the Security Branch, as well as her parents' determination to make their business at the Oriental Plaza a success. In A Home on Vorster Street, Razina witnesses the ebb and flow of a tight-knit neighbourhood trying to survive the forces of apartheid and, ultimately, where she learns of the value of family love and the enduring comfort it provides. At times funny and charming and, at others, painful and tender, this dazzling collection of stories is a spirited exploration of a colourful Indian-Muslim family bound by loyalty to their culture, community, religion and each other.

A HOME ON VORSTER STREET - A Memoir
A HOME ON VORSTER STREET - A Memoir

Author: Razina Theba

Publisher:

Published: 2021-08-12

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 9781776191208

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As a young girl, Razina Theba makes her way every day to the tiny family flat on Vorster Street in Fordsburg. It is here, just outside of the Johannesburg city centre, where she grows up, playing in the Yard with countless cousins, learning to enjoy perfect syrupy paan and the best way to brew chai for her bajee. It is also where she observes her family's harassment by the Security Branch, as well as her parents' determination to make their business at the Oriental Plaza a success. In A Home on Vorster Street, Razina witnesses the ebb and flow of a tight-knit neighbourhood trying to survive the forces of apartheid and, ultimately, where she learns of the value of family love and the enduring comfort it provides. At times funny and charming and, at others, painful and tender, this dazzling collection of stories is a spirited exploration of a colourful Indian-Muslim family bound by loyalty to their culture, community, religion and each other.

Enlightened Monks
Enlightened Monks

Author: Ulrich L. Lehner

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2011-03-24

Total Pages: 275

ISBN-13: 0199595127

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A revisionist account of the effects of the Enlightenment process on German Benedictines which contributes to a better understanding not only of monastic culture in Central Europe, but also of Catholic religious culture in general.

The Rough Guide to South Africa, Lesotho & Swaziland
The Rough Guide to South Africa, Lesotho & Swaziland

Author: Rough Guides

Publisher: Rough Guides UK

Published: 2015-02-02

Total Pages: 959

ISBN-13: 0241200466

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The Rough Guide to South Africa is the definitive guide to one of the world's most fascinating and varied countries. Now available in ePub format. With accommodation listings that range from the most sumptuous safari lodges to cheap and cheerful backpacker lodges in stunning coastal positions, there's something for every budget. In-depth coverage on South Africa's many nature reserves is complemented by an illustrated wildlife guide, to help you make the most of your time on safari. Whether you want to explore the country's big sights - from the wilds of Kruger National Park and the best spots for whale watching to Cape Town's vibrant dining scene - or to uncover its many hidden gems, such as the dramatic desert scenery of the Richtersveld, The Rough Guide to South Africa is your indispensible travelling companion. Make the most of your time on EarthTM with The Rough Guide to South Africa.