A Story of Rhodes – Rhodes University 1904 to 2004 by Richard Buckland & Thelma Neville

Published to commemorate the centenary of Rhodes University, A Story of Rhodes: Rhodes University 1904 to 2004 presents a richly illustrated and engaging account of one of South Africa’s most respected institutions of higher learning. Written by journalists Richard Buckland and Thelma Neville, the book traces the university’s development from its founding in 1904 through a century of academic excellence, social change, and cultural significance.

Drawing on archival material, historical photographs, personal recollections, and fascinating anecdotes, this beautifully produced volume captures the people, traditions, architecture, and milestones that have shaped Rhodes University over its first hundred years. A Story of Rhodes celebrates not only the institution itself but also the generations of students, academics, and alumni whose contributions have influenced South African education, journalism, science, politics, literature, and public life.

Lavishly illustrated throughout, the book offers readers an attractive visual journey across the university campus and its changing history. It will appeal to Rhodes University graduates, historians, collectors of South African educational history, alumni, researchers, and anyone interested in the country’s academic heritage. As an official centenary publication, A Story of Rhodes serves both as a historical record and as a commemorative keepsake.

Whether purchased as a personal memento, an alumni gift, or an addition to a collection of South African history and Rhodesiana, A Story of Rhodes remains an informative and attractive publication documenting one hundred years of one of South Africa’s premier universities.

Condition – Near Fine 2004 Paperback

Covers show only light shelf wear. A clean, well-preserved copy with a sound binding and an excellent interior.