Village Life 2006. Issues 16-21

(Stanford: Village Life, 2006) 9780620377911. Number 30 of an edition limited to 250 numbered copies, of which 1-50 are signed on the facing page (by the editors and contributors). 297 x 210 mm; laminated pictorial wrappers; pp. viii + (ii) + 52 + (iv) + 48 + (iv) + 48 + (iv) + 52 + (iv) + 48 + (iv) + 56 + (ii); lavishly illustrated with full-colour and some historical photographs; some adverts. Fine condition. "Village Life was started as a community newspaper for the village of Stanford in the Western Cape, South Africa in October 2003. After two issues, it was taken over by husband-and-wife team Maré and Annalize Mouton, and expanded to cover the surrounding towns (the Cape Whale Coast). It gradually expanded to cover the Cape Overberg region, and eventually became a highly regarded, glossy magazine that was distributed throughout South Africa (albeit on a limited scale). The magazine … became known for the quality of its historical research, wide variety of topics, and excellent photography, reproduction and printing. Contributors included many respected scientists and other experts in various fields, and articles covered most of South Africa and topics ranging from insects to geology. Regular features included a series on edible seaweeds by Louie Lemmer, "Gardening for Wildlife" by Charles & Julia Botha, and the great favourite, the birding series by veteran photographer Nico Myburgh." - The publishers .