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Rhodesiana is our collection of rare and second-hand books on the history of Rhodesia and the Rhodesian Bush War. It is one of the most sought-after niches in African book collecting, and demand for it reaches well beyond South Africa, to the UK, Australia and the wider Rhodesian diaspora.
Here you will find first-hand military accounts, unit histories and political memoirs from the era before the country became Zimbabwe in 1980. Among the titles collectors chase most are The Great Betrayal by Ian Smith, Selous Scouts: Top Secret War by Lt. Col. Ron Reid-Daly, and Fireforce by Chris Cocks, alongside the Galago imprint that published so much of the Bush War literature.
Prices range from the low hundreds of rand for common titles to several thousand for signed and special editions, with condition, edition and rarity deciding the value. If you would like the full background, see our guide to what Rhodesiana is and why collectors want it.
We are based at The Old Mushroom Farm in Howick, KZN, and we ship Rhodesiana worldwide. New stock arrives regularly, so it is worth checking back. To find a specific title, or to sell Rhodesiana of your own, contact Rob at [email protected].
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For anyone researching the South African Defence Force, intelligence services, covert operations or the political violence of the 1980s and 1990s, Warfare by Other Means offers a substantial and thought-provoking addition to…
The Great Betrayal - Ian Smith, former president of Rhodesia, spares few of his opponents as he gives a forthright account of one of Africa's most controversial political
Whether sought for its historical content, pictorial record or signed status, The Elite Pictorial: Rhodesian Special Air Service is a notable title for anyone building a collection devoted to the Rhodesian Bush…
Travel and Adventure in South-East Africa – A handsome 1984 leather-bound reprint of Frederick Courteney Selous’s classic 1893 narrative of eleven years on the Zambezi and its tributaries, with his account of…
A 1956 revised edition of Dr. E. A. Nobbs' historical guide to the Matopos Hills, edited by Sir Robert Tredgold. An illustrated account of the region's geology, archaeology, natural history and Rhodesian…
"Mapolisa" serves as both a historical document and a personal reflection, shedding light on the experiences of those who served in the BSAP. It provides valuable context for understanding the role of…
Assignment Selous Scouts: Inside Story of a Rhodesian Special Branch Officer by Ron Reid-Daly (2006) provides a rare and gripping account of one of the most controversial and elite units of the…
With unflinching detail, Cocks recounts the harsh realities of daily operations, the camaraderie and loss among his fellow soldiers, and the psychological toll of fighting a war with no clear end. More…
See You in November is an essential read for those interested in modern military history, African conflict, and the little-known intelligence operations that played a decisive role in one of the 20th…
The Kevin Woods Story: In the Shadow of Mugabe's Gallows is the powerful memoir of Kevin Woods, a former intelligence officer who spent nearly 20 years as a political prisoner in Zimbabwe.…
At its core, Saving Zimbabwe is a story of faith, sacrifice, and the enduring struggle for reconciliation. Scott argues that true healing in Zimbabwe—and in any divided society—must begin in the hearts…
From Cunene to Cabo Delgado - A superb signed photographic history of 28 years of conflict across South West Africa, Angola, Rhodesia and Mozambique. Louis Lubbe's extensively illustrated account is an important…
A collectable 1976 first edition of Allan Wright's Grey Ghosts at Buffalo Bend, featuring thirty-five true stories of elephants, wildlife, people and conservation in the Rhodesian Lowveld. An appealing title for collectors…
Through Mashonaland with Pick and Pen - 1973 revised hardcover edition of J. Percy FitzPatrick’s fascinating account of his 1891 travels through Mashonaland, edited and introduced by A. P. Cartwright. A desirable…
For collectors and readers interested in Rhodesian history, colonial Africa, African nationalism and the political transition towards independence, The Welensky Story offers a revealing period perspective. Its contemporary publication date, photographic material…
A Check List of the Birds of Nyasaland - Scarce 1953 first edition checklist of the birds of Nyasaland by renowned ornithologist C. W. Benson, complete with the original fold-out map.
Little Veld Folk - A scarce 1943 first edition children's classic by Cecil J. Shirley, beautifully illustrated with stories celebrating the wildlife of the Rhodesian veld. A collectible wartime Africana title with…
​"Sabotage and Torture" is a compelling account edited by Barbara Cole, first published in 1988. The book delves into the harrowing experiences of Zimbabwe Air Force pilots who became scapegoats for the…
A Handful of Hard Men – The SAS and the Battle for Rhodesia remains relevant for collectors of military memoirs, African conflict history, and studies in asymmetric warfare.
Mukiwa - An acclaimed memoir of growing up in Rhodesia, offering a compelling firsthand account of life, conflict, and change in southern Africa during the final years of colonial rule.
