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Davy Samaai: The People's Champion - The Story Of The First Black South African To Play At Wimbledon (Paperback) Loot Price: R8
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Davy Samaai: The People's Champion - The Story Of The First Black South African To Play At Wimbledon (Paperback)

Michael le Cordeur

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This book is the story of an exceptional man: David Samaai. The author takes the reader on a fascinating journey through the life of Davy (as he was affectionately known by his peers) who began his career in the streets of a beautiful suburb called the Ou Tuin (Old Garden) on the banks of the picturesque Berg River. Due to the Group Areas Act of the apartheid government they were forced to leave their homes. They had to move to the other side of the river to a new town: Paarl East.

Many thought that it was the end. On the contrary, it was anything but game set and match. Because of inspirational leadership, they managed to overcome apartheid and even excelled! David led by example. First, he conquered Wimbledon and then he led his community rebuilding their town, their schools, the mosque and the church. In fact, they rebuilt their entire lives.

Eventually it turned out to be a chronicle of the political emancipation of a community to which David Samaai was an inspiration, not because he was a legendary tennis player, a gifted musician or a committed school principal and teacher, but because he was and still is an example to any South African.

He left a legacy that with hard work and perseverance you can achieve your dream.

General

Imprint: Naledi
Country of origin: South Africa
Release date: March 2021
Authors: Michael le Cordeur
Dimensions: 222 x 152 x 20mm (L x W x T)
Format: Paperback
Pages: 224
ISBN-13: 978-1-928518-40-2
Categories: Books > Language & Literature > Biography & autobiography > Sport
Books > Sport & Leisure > Sports & outdoor recreation > Ball games > Racket games > Tennis
Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > Political control & freedoms > Political control & influence > Political oppression & persecution > General
Books > Biography > Sport
Books > Local Author Showcase > Sport & Leisure
Books > Local Author Showcase > Biography > Sport
LSN: 1-928518-40-0
Barcode: 9781928518402

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