The People's Paper - A centenary history and anthology of Abantu-Batho (Paperback)

This much-awaited volume uncovers the long-lost pages of the major African multi-lingual newspaper, "Abantu-Batho." Founded in 1912 by African National Congress (ANC) convener Pixley Seme, with assistance from the Swazi Queen, the paper published until 1931, and this work shows how it attracted the cream of African politicians; journalists; and poets Mqhayi, Nontsisi, and Grendon. Comprising both essays on and texts from the paper, this book explores the complex movements and individuals that emerged as the essays contribute rich, new material to provide clearer insights into South African politics and intellectual life. "The People's Paper" unveils a judicious selection of never-before-published columns, spanning every year of its life and drawn from repositories on three continents. Distinguished historians and literary scholars together with exciting young scholars plumb the lives and ideas of editors, writers, readers and allied movements. Sharing the considerable interest in the ANC centenary, this unique book will have a strong appeal and secure audience among all interested in history, politics, culture, literature, gender, biography, and journalism studies, from academics and students to a general public interested in knowing about this unique newspaper, its people, and the stories that once captivated South Africans.

General

Imprint:	Wits University Press
Country of origin:	South Africa
Release date:	July 2012
First published:	November 2013
Authors:	Grant Christison • Paul Landau • Peter Limb • Christopher Lowe • Sarah Mkhonza • Sifiso Mxolisi Ndlovu • Jeff Opland • Chris Saunders • Robert Trent Vinson
Dimensions:	241 x 170 x 35mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	543
ISBN-13:	978-1-86814-571-3
Categories:	Books > Humanities > History > African history > General Books > Business & Economics > Industry & industrial studies > Media, information & communication industries > Press & journalism Books > History > African history > General
LSN:	1-86814-571-9
Barcode:	9781868145713

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