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Xhosa poets and poetry

- Publications of the Opland Collection of Xhosa literature, volume 4

About Xhosa poets and poetry

Contains fourteen essays originally published between 1974 and 1996. Based on fieldwork conducted between 1969 and 1985, and on extensive archival research, the first six essays examine the social function of poetry in the community, the element of improvisation in the production of poetry. Individual poets are then presented.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9781869143213
  • Binding:
  • Paperback
  • Pages:
  • 480
  • Published:
  • July 1, 2017
  • Edition:
  • 2
  • Dimensions:
  • 150x230x0 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 684 g.
Delivery: 2-4 weeks
Expected delivery: October 24, 2024

Description of Xhosa poets and poetry

Contains fourteen essays originally published between 1974 and 1996. Based on fieldwork conducted between 1969 and 1985, and on extensive archival research, the first six essays examine the social function of poetry in the community, the element of improvisation in the production of poetry. Individual poets are then presented.

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