ISIXHOSA POETRY POETRY
Yagragrama imbongi F. Dyubhele This poetry anthology includes several classic isiXhosa poems also includes new poems from young and upcoming poets. The poems promote diversity, expose the social troubles in society, encourage
APPROVED CAPS
Intshinyela T. Kabanyane These poems address events and errors in history that culminated in serious political problems, particularly in the Eastern Cape between 1980 and 1990. The author’s aim is to point out and rectify the mistakes that
endurance and perseverance, celebrate the progress that South Africa has made since 1994 and commemorate traditional and political leaders. This book includes detailed notes with literacy features explained, and questions and answers that support the CAPS curriculum.
Suitable for Grade 10 e-pdf
978 0 19 041121 3 978 0 19 041965 3
Isingqi Sesihobe F. Dyubhele This poetry anthology has been written by poets who are passionate about the isiXhosa language and have exceptional insight into South Africa’s societal issues. The collection covers a variety of themes, such as politics, culture and nature. Be prepared to be inspired.
Suitable for Grades 10 to 12 978 0 19 904751 2
Imbongi ijong’ exhantini A. Nyamende This anthology of new traditional poems covers both contemporary and ancient history. The collection has been compiled by poets from various townships in the Western and Eastern Cape. The questions included are designed
to stimulate thought and discussion, and are helpful to both teachers and learners.
Suitable for Grades 7 to 12 978 0 19 570978 0
Phantsi kwentab’ etafile A.B. Stuurman and F.P. Magqashela In this anthology, poets express their opinions on the political and social transformation that has taken place in South Africa since 1990. This was a time of great change in our country, and included conflicts, the return of
expatriates, the release of political prisoners, and endeavours to eradicate racism.
Suitable for Grades 7 to 10 978 0 19 570979 7
Unqweme S.M. Mabinza and L.V. Mabinza This poetry book focuses mainly on social and political issues. These praise poems are not only for the older generations, but also aim to educate the youth about local traditions, their origins and their own country.
Suitable for Grades 7 to 9 978 0 19 571144 8 Literature Catalogue 33
prevailed at the time. The anthology begins with shorter poems and ends with longer poems. Definitions of difficult words are provided to assist learners.
Suitable for Grades 8 to 12 978 0 19 570782 3
Izibongo zomthonyama P.T. Mtuze and R. Kaschula This anthology of traditional poems shows how far the literary genre of praise poems has come. It includes Ntsikana’s poems, in which he praises God in the 19th century, as well as other outstanding praise poems. The anthology is also
a reflection on current political and social changes. Definitions of difficult and unfamiliar words are provided to assist learners.
Suitable for Grades 10 to 12 978 0 19 570748 9
Ubuncwane bosiba A. Nyamende This anthology of traditional and modern poems has been divided into various categories, which include life and living, Xhosa heroes, diseases, nature, civilisation, and politics.
Suitable for Grades 8 to 12 978 0 19 576524 3
Umdiliya Wesihobe M. Jadezweni Umdiliya wesihobe is a collection of excellent IsiXhosa poems that seeks to include the best works of a range of poets, including some who may be forgotten because they passed away many years ago, such as Nomenti, Gcayi and
Mekisi. The poems of brilliant new poets, as well as some female heroes, have also been incorporated.
Suitable for Grades 8 to 12 978 0 19 598317 3
Ingqaka yesihobe W. Kwetana This anthology brings together modern and traditional poetry. It is an exciting new collection of poems by authors who are passionate about their communities and where they come from. It covers a variety of themes
addressing the youth, society, social ills and also celebrates both people and places.
Suitable for Grades 10 to 12 978 0 19 905572 2
ISIXHOSA
Page 1 |
Page 2 |
Page 3 |
Page 4 |
Page 5 |
Page 6 |
Page 7 |
Page 8 |
Page 9 |
Page 10 |
Page 11 |
Page 12 |
Page 13 |
Page 14 |
Page 15 |
Page 16 |
Page 17 |
Page 18 |
Page 19 |
Page 20 |
Page 21 |
Page 22 |
Page 23 |
Page 24 |
Page 25 |
Page 26 |
Page 27 |
Page 28 |
Page 29 |
Page 30 |
Page 31 |
Page 32 |
Page 33 |
Page 34 |
Page 35 |
Page 36 |
Page 37 |
Page 38 |
Page 39 |
Page 40 |
Page 41 |
Page 42 |
Page 43 |
Page 44 |
Page 45 |
Page 46 |
Page 47 |
Page 48 |
Page 49 |
Page 50
