The contribution of slavery to the economic and social development of South Africa is an important part of our heritage, particularly in the Cape. In this informative and accessible account, Alan Mountain describes the history and experiences of slaves and slave owners. He recounts many and varied aspects of cultural, social and economic life at the time.

Part I covers the period from 1654 to emancipation in 1834, during which time many slaves were brought from Indonesia, India and parts of Africa. In the process Islam was introduced to our shores. With the demise of slavery, an epoch in South Africa?s past came to an end.

Part II tackles the legacy of slavery and the significant contribution it made to the development of the country.

The third part of the book is a user?friendly guide to the many sites that are linked to slavery in the Western Cape. Many of them have been declared heritage sites. Full?colour photographs, maps and location details are included, making An Unsung Heritage the ideal reference for locals and visitors alike.

Alan Mountain is the author of a number of books including First People of the Cape. He is also a skilled photographer.

This fascinating account of the Cape's indigenous people traces the origins and history of the San hunter-gatherers, whose ancestry in southern Africa dates back at least 120,000 years, and the Khoekhoe herders, who arrived in the south-western Cape about 2000 years ago. This is the first in a new series of full-color heritage books aimed at both local and overseas tourists. The author uncovers the rich history of the indigenous people of the Cape: Stone Age people, the San and the Khoikhoi, as well as the Griqua. This is the first time this history has been presented in a comprehensive, accessible way in a single book: The many specially-commissioned photos vividly bring to life the sites and events discussed; Maps and contact details are given for readers wishing to visit the heritage sites.The book has been produced in consultation with the South African Heritage Agency.

Scuba diving is one of the world's fastest growing sports and, as a result, there is an ever-increasing demand for authoritative practical information on the subject. "The Diver's Handbook" meets this need by covering everything from what equipment to buy and which training courses to attend to basic health and safety measures. Specialized diving options such as underwater photography, as well as wreck and ice diving, are also covered. In addition the marine environment is examined and described in detail to help divers gain a better understanding of the sea and the myriad fascinating creatures which inhabit it."The Diver's Handbook" is designed to be of equal use to both the novice and the experienced diver. Many divers learn only the very basics of diving on holiday. For them, this book will provide the theory behind the practice and help engender confidence. For the more experienced underwater explorer it will augment existing knowledge and offer fresh angles on the sport. Now fully updated by the author, this book also has a number of new images that feature the latest equipment and technological advances.