[JDPUB: 171] NEW BOOK: THE BOLEYN COUNTESS BY DEBORAH FINDLAY

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The Boleyn Countess by Deborah Findlay R120

 

 

This fictional historical novella is set in the sixteenth century world of Henry VIII's England. A king's obsessive desire to beget a son destroys other lives and families. This is one woman's story....

 

Here is an extract to entice you to an entertaining read:  “Sir William Kingston, Constable of the Tower of London, escorted his visitor, the Countess of Wiltshire, followed closely by her companion, from their small boat at Tower Wharf, up the stairs, and through narrow stone passages.

As silently as the spectres that haunted the bloody precincts, they made their way to the church of St Peter ad Vincula.

“Where?”

“They lie beneath the chancel pavement, my Lady.”

“Thank you, Sir William, for your kindness.”

“I will await you without.” He bowed again, and left, taking his place, as if a sentinel, at the church door. The young man, tall, cloaked, silent, followed him, his eyes darting this way and that, ever alert to treachery and hidden danger.

Kingston, a shrewd man, noted that his uninvited companion had about him, a look of the Howards, but preferred not to confirm his suspicions. What he didn’t know, he could not tell. Such were the times, that every man, indeed, every woman too, feared the wrath of the king.

Lady Elizabeth Boleyn, Countess of Wiltshire and Ormond, the mother of Lady Anne Boleyn, and her brother George, the 2nd Viscount Rochford, knelt on the stones above the graves. She wept, silently, until she had no more tears. She prayed, as a good Christian should, for the souls of her children. She prayed, as any mother would, that the Lord would avenge them. And if, in so doing, she prayed treasonably for the death of the man responsible, she felt, in her heart, that no heavenly court would judge her. She prayed for their redemption, and his destruction. And when she had done so, she sang, her body rocking gently, to and fro.

“What song does she sing?” wondered Kingston aloud, fearing witchcraft and magic, as each clear note carried on the evening breeze. He was fearful of discovery, lest his loyalty to King Henry be questioned “What prayer is that? I know it not.”

The man turned his head, to meet the constable’s shadowed eyes.

“It is a lullaby, Sir. She sings them to sleep.”

 

The Boleyn Countess is the result of a life-long interest in Tudor history and genealogy.

Comment from a reader: "The Boleyn Countess is a wonderful read, and brings to life the private lives of a family living in turbulent Tudor times."

 

·       Cover Type: Paperback

·       Number of Pages: 98

·       Size: A5

·       Binding: Perfect

·       Photographs: 2 colour pages of Family History

·       ISBN: 9781920702281

 

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[JDPUB: 170] NEW BOOK: TO HONOUR - Patricia Hamilton

 

announces the publication of To Honour by Patricia Hamilton R140

 

Described as “Scotland’s own “Saving Private Ryan” of World War 1, this is a moving account of a Scottish family caught up in what was then called the Great War of 1914-1918. Based on fact, it is a story never told before. At a time when the world is looking back, one hundred years later, at some of the worst battles, and re-living memories of the Great War, this story reveals the consequences for one family caught up in its tragic events.

 

In 2010, the National Archives of Scotland, (now called the National Records of Scotland), released details of the thousands of applicants who appeared before the Lothian and Peebles Military Appeal Tribunal against service overseas. Frank Hamilton Cowie’s case was one of them, and considered by the 2010 National Records Office to be so extraordinary that an internet appeal was established, to find out what happened to Frank Cowie. This small book carries the answer. Written by two of his descendants, the authors have re-created the family’s history between the years 1914-1918, and the events which shaped so many lives.

 

 

 

 

The narrative covers soldiers, their regiments, the battles they fought in 1915, Bethune, Loos and the Gallipoli campaign. Regiments involved are The Queen’s own Cameron Highlanders, the Nelson Battalion, RN, and the Glasgow Highlanders. The book records not only the horror of trench warfare, but what it was also like back home. It will appeal not only to those who have fought in wars, but the mothers, wives, sweethearts, who waited and hoped for their return.

 

This story also reveals how Frank Hamilton Cowie’s eventual move to South Africa impacted on his descendants’ lives. The book has a section at the back briefly illustrating how, his descendants have been involved, and still are, in South Africa’s fabric. From anti-apartheid apartheid activists to the family business, which remains, but is now involved, not only in marketing, but manufacturing of the traditional cloth, Shweshwe to engineering, to IT, education and law, and in many other spheres, his descendants form part of the SA community.

 

Some links which may of interest to you with regard to the family and the background to the book:

http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-13929286

www.sole.org.uk/bedhmlet.htm.

http://www.nas.gov.uk/downloads/HH30-Cowie.pdf

 

·       Cover Type: Paperback

·       Number of Pages: 182

·       Size: A5

·       Binding: Perfect

·       Photographs: black and white throughout

·       ISBN: 9781920702205

 

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[JDPUB: 170] NEW BOOK: ORANGE BY TREVOR AHMED

 

JUST DONE PRODUCTIONS has published

Orange by Trevor Ahmed R120

This first book by Trevor Ahmed is a surprisingly delightful read. It tells the story of Trevor, the taxi driver, and his taxi which he named "Orange". The tale is told with wit and style, reflecting that of the author, and will captivate you from the first page and have you laughing before the end of the second.

Trevor relays the birth of the unique taxi from a pile of pieces to the mighty ORANGE ...the many adventures, colourful customers and events. Trevor and his taxi are well-known to all residents of Mariannridge in the Pinetown area of Kwazulu-Natal.

 

 

 

 

·         Cover Type: Paperback

·         Number of Pages: 70

·         3 pages of colour photographs

·         Size: A5

·         Binding: Perfect

·         ISBN: 978-1-920702-14-4

 

 

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[JDPUB: 169] NEW BOOK: RAW YET REAL by Rodrick de-Bathe

 

JUST DONE PRODUCTIONS has published

RAW YET REAL! by Rodrick de-Bathe R140

 

An anthology of poetry – from prison to rehab through a spiritual journey from ‘Rasta’ to Christian.

“The poems are a true reminder to me of the experiences of heartache, pain, addiction, loss and chaos. They remind me that there is always hope and a positive outcome in the presence of unfavourable times. The past has meaning, the present is worth living for and the future has possibility.

I am motivated and inspired by many aspects. Most of my poetry is based on my life experiences. I know it comes across raw. That’s why I named it RAW YET REAL.” Rodrick de-Bathe

 

 

“When I was given a copy of Raw Yet Real, I did not know what to expect. I had never been into reading poetry. I was pleasantly surprised when I started reading, the writing style is easy to read, and covers a wide variety of what life throws at people. I thought poetry was read for relaxation. The poems in this collection are about life and the human spirit, based on the poet’s life experiences and are thought provoking and touched me deeply. I found it hard to put down once I started reading, but had to do so, so I could reflect on the poem I had just read. My final word on Raw Yet Real is that it is a thought provoking read that I would recommend to anyone who wants to reflect on life.”

“Touched by compassion he sees the women hoeing in the hot South African sun... understanding their submission to the "laws of life" ... he captured the words forever in his heart, for us to read and appreciate.”

 

·         Cover Type: Paperback

·         Number of Pages: 148

·         Size: A5

·         Binding: Perfect

·         ISBN: 978-1-920702-10-6

 

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[JDPUB: 168] NEW BOOK: SURVIVING THE RIDE by Steve Camp & Helmoed Römer Heitman

 

JUST DONE PRODUCTIONS is selling

Surviving the Ride: A Pictorial History of South African-Manufactured Armoured Vehicles

by Steve Camp & Helmoed Römer Heitman R495

 

Mine-protected and mine-resistant, ambush-protected (MRAP) vehicles are today standard in the US, most major western armed forces and many other armies as a result of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.

 

The South African Army was already routinely using mine-protected armoured personnel carriers and patrol vehicles forty years ago even if they looked primitive and ungainly. A few years later, the South African Army had reached the stage where it could deploy entire combat groups into battle zones equipped with only mine-protected vehicles, including their ambulances and supply trucks.

By then the mine-protected vehicles had also become effective for use in combat, rather than just protected transport, the Casspir being the chief example. More to the point, they saved countless soldiers and policemen from death or serious injury, and the basic concepts now live on in the various MRAP types in service today.

 

The valuable lessons learned by the South Africans with their early designs of these combat-proven vehicles has led the country to become one of the global leaders in the design of MRAPs which are locally manufactured and exported around the world. Surviving the Ride is a fascinating pictorial account featuring more than 200 of these unique South African-developed vehicles and variants, spanning a forty-year period, with over 450 photographs, many of which are previously unpublished

 

Outstanding book

It is about time that a book with this content became available. This book shows clearly the development and history of the Mine Protected vehicles which are currently being used around the world but would not have existed without the ingenuity and skill of South Africans.
I had the privilege of contributing in a small way to the book, proof reading it and contributing a few photos, and I have been waiting in anticipation for its release. Now that it's finally been announced, I can proudly add a copy to my shelf.
Buy it! It's worth it! - John Dovey

 

·         Cover Type: Paperback

·         Number of Pages: 252 (450 Colour Illustrations/photos)

·         Size: A4

·         Binding: Perfect

·         ISBN: 978-1-928211-17-4

 

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[JDPUB: 167] new book: Die Groot Bohaai oor Tienkie Malan - Isabel Hartman

 

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Die Groot Bohaai oor Tienkie Malan - Isabel Hartman R140

 

Martine woon op ’n Vrystaatse plaas en word soos ’n plein oujongnooi behandel terwyl haar populêre niggie Anita, wenner van ’n sangkompetisie, almal se hartelief is. Honger vir geselskap, begin sy kuier in die ongure ‘kleurlingdorp’, Wyerton, en haar vriendskap met die rissiepit Gerda – onder andere – ontstel haar familie geweldig. Maar Martine se gesondheid is ’n bron van kommer. Sy beland in die hospitaal waar sy nuus ontvang wat haar totaal uit haar grense laat breek. Pleks van die dokter wie haar van kindsbeen af ken te raadpleeg, nader sy Simon Oosterman, ’n alternatiewe geneser met ’n boheemse voorkoms en ’n onsekere reputasie. Vir ’n ruk lank is sy diep gelukkig, maar dan kom sy agter dat alles nie noodwendig is soos dit lyk nie...

 

Na ’n sorgvrye jeug as plotkind op die vlaktes van Wes-Transvaal is Isabel Hartman tans woonagtig in Kwa-Zulu Natal, waar sy vir twintig jaar lank musiekonderwyseres was by verskeie Durbanse skole. Sy bied lesse aan in djembe-trom, klavier, teken, skilder en drama. Terwyl sy deurentyd stories skryf en illustreer, liedjies komponeer en toneelstukke skep, is haar besondere passie alternatiewe onderwys deur middel van die kunste.

 

Die Groot Bohaai oor Tienkie Malan is haar eerste roman in Afrikaans.

 

·         Sagteband, A5, 340 Bladsye

·         ISBN: 978-1-920702-12-0

 

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[JDPUB: 166] NEW BOOK: CAPTURED ALIVE! by Mike van der Watt

 

JUST DONE PRODUCTIONS has published

CAPTURED ALIVE! by Mike van der Watt R140

 

The story starts with the main character, Johan van Wyk, as he sets out on a new chapter of his life in the National Service system. We follow him and his friends as they progress through basic training and into advanced specialist training. Johan also has new experiences on the home front, as he marries his vivacious and petite girlfriend Jo-Anne.

 

The story takes an unexpected turn as Johan is wounded and captured during his service in the Southern Angolan Operational Area. Captured Alive! highlights the strength and fortitude required by the role players as they adapt to the new experiences as they unfold.

 

‘Everyone can relate to this novel in some way- be it from a girlfriend or family point of view or that of the young soldier…An enjoyable read’

 

·         Cover Type: Paperback

·         Number of Pages: 330

·         Size: A5

·         Binding: Perfect

·         ISBN: 978-1-920702-12-0

 

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