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

 

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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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OR contact TREVOR directly  073666 1683

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Shirene Dovey

Just Done Productions

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

 

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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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Shirene Dovey

Just Done Productions

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

 

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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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Just Done Productions

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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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Shirene Dovey

Just Done Productions

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

 

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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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Just Done Productions

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[JDPUB: 165] new book: ELEPHANTS ARE PEOPLE TOO by Brian Connell

 

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ELEPHANTS ARE PEOPLE TOO by Brian Connell R180

 

Following on from “Msomi and Me”, this book, “Elephants Are People Too” describes with candour, passion and humour, some more of the adventures experienced while running a game lodge. Stories fill these pages. Stories about the incredible animals we share Africa with, the highs and the lows, the excitement and the sadness, the fun and the laughter.

 

A cheetah with an imaginative sense of humour, a black rhino that indirectly inflicted wounds in unmentionable places, a leopard who wouldn’t back down, and the elephant who loved apples. In these pages you’ll be reacquainted with Msomi, Robert and Khankhanya, meet some new people, have a huge amount of respect for the tiny terror - “Insele”, and acquire some measure of understanding about what a special and magical place the African bush really is ...

 

You may wish to ‘visit’ the author and his Facebook page

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Msomi-and-Me/429328593862084

 

·         Cover Type: Paperback

·         Number of Pages:218 (including b/w photographs)

·         Size: A5

·         Binding: Perfect

·         ISBN: 978-1-920702-09-0

 

To order: http://www.justdone.co.za

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Various payment and postal options are available .You may pay via credit card using Paypal. EFT is referred to as BANK WIRE on the site. THE POSTAL STRIKE IS CAUSING MAJOR DELAYS ESPECIALLY IN GAUTENG. We can arrange a courier service for R99. If you wish to use this service please email us to place your order.

 

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Just Done Productions

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[JDPUB: 164] new book: DRAKIE STORIES by Christian 'Bunny' Ashley-Botha

 

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DRAKIE STORIES by Christian ‘Bunny’ Ashley-Botha R160

 

Drakie Stories is an entertaining account of events – some serious, some humorous - that took place during the author’s near 27 years as Director of Music at the internationally acclaimed Drakensberg Boys’ Choir School (DBCS).

 

The anecdotes deliver a unique insight into preparations for and the intensity of touring the world, while also highlighting some important concerts and featuring cameos of various characters - boys and staff – resident at this prestigious institution during the author’s tenure.

 

 

For anyone who has passed through the DBCS’s ranks or been spellbound by ‘South Africa’s Singing Ambassadors’ in full voice – at a performance abroad or an iconic ‘Music in the Mountains’ showpiece –Drakie Stories is a delight not to be missed! The book will be of special significance to any past pupil.

 

‘Bunny’ was appointed Director of Music at the DBCS in 1981. He nurtured and guided many world-class singers and choirmasters. He was awarded the national honours – The Order of Ikhamanga – by President Mbeki for his “Outstanding Contribution in the Field of Choral Music in South Africa” in 2006.

 

·         Cover Type: Paperback

·         Number of Pages: 371 (including b/w photographs)

·         Size: A5

·         Binding: Perfect

·         ISBN: 9781920702076

 

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Just Done Productions

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