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James Matthews
AuthorBooks · Second hand1929-2024
James Matthews, OIS was a South African poet, writer and publisher. During the Apartheid era his poetry was banned, and Matthews was detained by the government in 1976 and for 13 years was denied a passport.
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About James Matthews
Birth
1929
Death
2024
James Matthews, OIS was a South African poet, writer and publisher. During the Apartheid era his poetry was banned, and Matthews was detained by the government in 1976 and for 13 years was denied a passport.
James Matthews was born in the historic Bo-Kaap neighborhood of South Africa.
His prolific literary career spans a total of 43 published works.
In addition to his role as a poet, Matthews had a distinguished career as a journalist.
His work Spain at War stands out as one of his most recognized titles.
His writing explores diverse themes ranging from history to lexicography.
