Indaba, My Children (Numbered Collector’s Edition)

Indaba, My Children is the seminal work of Vusamazulu Credo Mutwa, a renowned Zulu sangoma (traditional healer) and author. This collector’s edition, published in 1964 by Blue Crane Books, is a limited release with only 1,212 copies printed, each individually numbered and signed by the author. The edition features a distinctive half-leather binding with cloth boards, gilt detailing, and a ribbon marker, reflecting the craftsmanship befitting its cultural significance.

In this expansive volume, Mutwa weaves a rich tapestry of African tribal history, legends, customs, and religious beliefs.Drawing from his extensive knowledge as a traditional healer, he presents an array of narratives that delve into creation myths, ancestral tales, and the spiritual heritage of the Zulu people. Indaba, My Children serves not only as a literary masterpiece but also as an ethnographic record preserving the oral traditions of Southern Africa.