African elegance

African Elegance by Alice Mertens, published by Purnell in 1973, presents a visual and textual exploration of the tribal people of the Transkei, a former independent territory of South Africa. This First Edition, written in English, captures the beauty and cultural richness of the region through a combination of photographs and descriptive prose.

Readers will find a detailed portrayal of the Transkei’s tribal communities, emphasizing their unique traditions and lifestyles. The book serves as a travel narrative that invites exploration of Africa’s diverse cultural landscape, showcasing the elegance and heritage of its people. With a focus on both imagery and narrative, this work aims to provide insight into the lives of the tribal populations during the early 1970s.