Historic Pietermaritzburg – Steve Camp First Edition Hardcover (2001)

Historic Pietermaritzburg by Steve Camp is a beautifully produced photographic and historical record celebrating one of South Africa’s most significant colonial cities. Published in 2001, this first edition combines striking full-colour photography with informative text to document the city’s rich architectural heritage, historic landmarks, churches, civic buildings, monuments and streetscapes. It offers readers a fascinating journey through Pietermaritzburg’s past while showcasing many of the iconic buildings that continue to define the city’s character today.

Steve Camp presents the development of Pietermaritzburg through carefully selected images and well-researched commentary, making this volume an excellent reference for historians, architects, heritage enthusiasts, genealogists and anyone with an interest in KwaZulu-Natal’s cultural history. Historic Pietermaritzburg captures both well-known public buildings and lesser-known historic sites, providing valuable insight into the city’s Victorian, Edwardian and colonial architecture.

This title is increasingly difficult to source and has become desirable among collectors of South African local history, Africana and regional heritage publications. Historic Pietermaritzburg also makes an attractive coffee-table book thanks to its high-quality production and excellent photographic content. Whether purchased as a reference work, collector’s item or gift for someone with ties to Pietermaritzburg or KwaZulu-Natal, Historic Pietermaritzburg remains an informative and visually appealing addition to any South African history library.

Condition – Near Fine

First edition hardcover. Clean, bright boards with only very light shelf wear. Binding is tight, pages are clean and unmarked, and the book presents exceptionally well.