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The Hottentot Venus

The Life and Death of Sarah Baartman

Rachel Holmes (Author)
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The Hottentot Venus

The Life and Death of Sarah Baartman

Rachel Holmes (Author)
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Published 01 Mar 2008
Format Paperback
Edition 1st
Extent 256
ISBN 9780747592846
Imprint Bloomsbury Publishing
Illustrations B&W Inserts
Dimensions 198 x 129 mm
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

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Rachel Holmes

Rachel Holmes is the author of four biographies; T…

Reviews

  • Holmes' biography of this unhappy woman is gripping and meticulously researched

    Spectator

  • Impeccable ... In telling her extraordinary story, Holmes's fascinating book illuminates the forces which dominated her age, and resound in our own

    Sunday Telegraph

  • A significant and timely book ... Holmes has produced a laceratingly powerful story

    Literary Review

  • Musters as much factual information as possible, telling her tale with care and respect

    Independent

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