Description
Of Warriors, Lovers and Prophets: Unusual Stories from South Africa’s Past by Max du Preez is a narrative history collection that re-examines South Africa’s past through lesser-known and unconventional historical accounts.
Drawing on investigative journalism and historical research, the book presents a series of episodic stories that move beyond traditional textbook narratives. It explores a wide span of history, from early encounters between European explorers and the Khoikhoi, to figures such as King Moshoeshoe and Shaka, and onward to the political intrigue of the apartheid era and the transition to democracy in 1994.
Rather than focusing on well-known historical milestones, Du Preez highlights unusual events, overlooked individuals, and controversial interpretations of familiar figures. The result is a vivid and accessible portrait of South Africa’s past that challenges conventional historical storytelling.
