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The African National Congress was founded a hundred years ago, in January 1912. But the roots of the ANC run even deeper in South African history. In fact, the ANC's founding was the culmination of more than sixty years of organisation by a new class of African modernisers.

Honoring the spirit of the legendary intellectual giant Sol Plaatje - an activist, linguist, translator, novelist, journalist, and leader - this sparkling array of contributions from talented poets bring the depth and breadth of life in South Africa to a wider audience.

Oscar Wilde's timeless, compassionate tale of the friendship between the Happy Prince and the Swallow is brought to life by Joan Rankin's sensitive, magical artwork. Beloved since it was first published in 1888, this enchanting story will be enjoyed by both adults and children.

A delightful new series by Jenny Hatton exquisitely brought to life by award-winning illustrator, Joan Rankin.

Have you ever wondered why dogs are so afraid of thunder storms? Do you ask yourself why their eyes grow wild, why they shiver and shake and hide away? Find out how the mischievous cattle trick Dog into letting them out of their kraal.

Sanele is afraid of the dark. She hears strange noises and can't sleep. She thinks there are monsters under her bed and a lion in the house. What will help Sanele sleep at night? This book brings together two of South Africa's most gifted children's talents - Joan Rankin and Dianne Stewart.

We all picture Shaka as a lean, mean, assegai-wielding warrior-king, the military genius who founded the Zulu nation. In fact, we don't actually know when he was born, what he looked like, or exactly when he died.

Informative and portable, this guide offers a brief yet lively introduction to the Umkhonto we Sizwe's (MK) history; the MK was the armed wing of the African National Congress. It presents in broad outline the various stages in MK's 30-year history, and considers the difficult strategic and moral problems the army faced.

A poor fisherman and his brother live in a grass hut by the sea. One day, the fisherman catches a magic talking fish, which he immediately sets free. He tells his brother what has happened and his brother demands that he go and ask the magic fish for a bigger house.

From Julius Malema's tantrums to President Zuma's plane trips to Bakkies Botha's booting, this record features a big and busy year in news from the Rainbow Nation. Offering a candid South African perspective of current events, this annual utilizes the usual cast of characters to illustrate the country's current political state.

Filled with beautiful images, this new field guide presents the nesting habits of the 730 bird species known to breed in southern Africa. From vultures and eagles to waxbills and cisticolas, this comprehensively cross-referenced book contains up-to-date information about each species.

This title tells the story of how Andile and his father make a kite. While flying the kite, its string breaks releasing the kite on an epic journey across Africa.

Metropolises often evoke images of flashy high-rise buildings, permanent background noise, backed-up cars and people moving quickly in all directions in their masses. New York, Tokyo, London, Sao Paulo. But what about Cairo?

Thandi needs new shoes and she knows they will cost a lot of money for her Gogo. So, together they work out a plan to get the money with a little bit of help from Nosipho, her doll, and Pepi, her pet rooster.

The Ugly Duckling retold by Sindiwe Magona and illustrated by Natalie Hinrichsen. The poor ugly duckling looks very different from the other ducklings. His duck family tease him and make him feel unwanted even though he simply wants to be loved and belong.

The Little Red Hen retold by Margie Orford and illustrated by Karen Lilje. Little Red Hen is feeling peckish and decides to make bread. She makes a list of what she needs and sets out into the sunny morning. She asks her friends for help but they all say no! Will she have to do everything by herself?

The little girl who didn't want to grow up retold by Veronique Tadjo and illustrated by Catherine Groenewald. Little Ayanda loves her father with all her heart. One day he goes away, and doesn't return. She is so sad that she decides she doesn't want to grow up.

The Three Billy Goats Gruff retold by Carole Bloch and illustrated by Shayle Bester. The Three Billy Goats Gruff are hungry and tired of living in the dusty and thorny veld. Just across the bridge there is a koppie covered in sweet, green grass that they would love to eat.

An African food Journeys.

Comprises the most exceptional written and photographic entries for the annual Gerald Kraak Award. Offering important African perspectives gathered from the continent, this inaugural edition features works of fiction, journalism, photography and poetry.