Books published by Penguin Random House South Africa

Tissue salts are minerals that our bodies need to ensure optimal health. They are found in the Earth's rocks and soil, and in food that is grown organically in mineral-rich soil. Considered to be the basic constituents of our bones, blood, organs and muscles, they are easily absorbed by the human body, with no side-effects. In this book, Margaret Roberts draws on decades of experience to advise readers on using the 12 key tissue salts to slow the ageing process, promote vitality and enhance health. Each tissue salt is presented in its own chapter, with tips on treating specific ailments; and advice on increasing the intake of the salts through the diet. An ailment chart is included for quick reference. An indispensable guide for anyone interested in health, wellness, and using natural remedies to ease the effects of ageing.

Namaqualand is justifiably famous for the floral wonderland it becomes in spring, when seas of bright flowers carpet the land. Astonishingly, the carpet comprises some 3,800 species, of which 28% are endemic. This book introduces nearly 600 species, highlighting those most commonly found, most conspicuous, spectacular or interesting, as well as endemics. An introduction touches on the species selection for the book, the climatic and topographical subregions within Namaqualand, plant names and uses, and conservation issues. The concise species descriptions also give seed and fruit details, uses, local growing conditions and flowering times, along with beautiful full-colour photographs. This is a must-have guide for visitors to Namaqualand, or for anyone interested in the wild flowers of southern Africa.

Recognise birds by their calls with this handy package of CD and accompanying book. These will help identify the sounds made by a range of the most common and widely distributed East African bird species.

An essential guide to identifying all dangerous snakes and common harmless snakes in southern Africa, as well as quick and important practical advice on first aid measures in the case of snakebite. Simple icons, distribution maps, succinct text and numerous full-colour photographs assist with easy identification of snakes commonly encountered in the region. Symptoms and treatment of snakebites are described, providing the reader with vital first-aid information. Clear, practical and easy-to-use, Snakes and Snakebite in Southern Africa will prove invaluable to all those with outdoor interests.

Anyone who longs for a beloved grandmother's famous milk tart or melkkos, or a great aunt's delicious bobotie or vetkoek, should have this book in his or her kitchen! Traditional South African Cooking is a collection of well-known South African recipes that will enable the modern cook to continue the tradition and produce the same delicious meals that our ancestors used to enjoy. South African cuisine is a unique blend of the culinary art of many different cultures. Dutch, French, German and British settlers, as well as the Malays who came from the East, all brought their own recipes to this country. The subtle adaptation of these 'imported' recipes by the addition of local ingredients and the introduction of innovative (at the time) cooking methods resulted in an original and much-loved cuisine. This book also features interesting snippets about our forebears' way of life.

The definitive guide to reef life off the eastern coast of southern Africa, it covers all the fishes, corals, nudibranchs and invertebrates you are likely to see.

Geology off the beaten track follows on the successof author Nick Norman's earlier Geological Journeys(co-authored with Gavin Whitfi eld), which has sold morethan 20 000 copies in the last 6 years. This new book helps readers understand and interpret thegeology along SA's regional and other less-travelled roads. It features 13 detailed routes across the country, takingin geologically interesting areas such as the Richtersveld,Cape winelands and the Valley of Desolation nearGraaff-Reinet. The text is richly illustrated with photos and explanatorydiagrams, making it suitable for armchair travellers too. Maps for all the routes indicate key geosites, withGPS readings to pinpoint their location. This is a must-have handbook for travellers in the region,or for anyone wanting to know more about our rocksand landforms.

This photographic guide to the wildlife of East Africais an accessible introduction to the region's moreconspicuous and interesting mammals, birds, reptiles,frogs, insects, flowers and trees. A colour photographaccompanies each account, which describes the species'appearance, size, and habits, and gives information ontheir conservation status, habitat and the best viewinglocalities. This book is an invaluable guide for visitorsto national parks and other wildlife-rich places in EastAfrica and is a handy size for travel.

Fully revised and updated, this guide features all 2,129 species found in the region, and all 101 vagrants are briefly described too.