3 C S Stokes Books: Joyful Errand | Sanctuary | Toevlugsoord
Author: C S Stokes
Publisher: 1. Joyful Errand: The Joyful Errand Production Committee 2. Sanctury: The Sanctury Production Committee 3. Toevlugsoord: Die Toevlugsoord Produksiekomitee
Edition: 1. Joyful Errand: First 1959 2. Sanctury: First 1941 3. Toevlugsoord: First Afrikaans Edition 1946
ISBN: not Stated
Language: Joyful Errand & Sanctury | Toevlugsoord: Afrikaans
Condition: Good Antiquarian Condition. Clean copies with tight binding. Previous owners names and foxing. Wear & tear to Sanctury dustjacket
Binding: Joyful Errand & Toevlugsoord: Hardcover. Sanctury: Hardcover with dustjacket
Pages: Joyful Errand: 448. Print with images. Sanctury: 480. Print with images. Toevlugsoord: 396. Print with images
Additional Information
Joy Ful Errand: C.S. Stokes Joyful Errand (1959) is a richly illustrated travel book that captures the landscapes, culture, and spirit of the Union of South Africa, blending vivid photography with 25 original poems by the author. It stands out as both a visual celebration and a literary tribute, offering readers a unique combination of travelogue and poetic reflection.
Sanctuary: Sanctuary by C.S. Stokes is a unique mid-20th century collection that combines over fifty poems with notable introductions and tributes from figures such as J.C. Smuts and European royalty, giving the book a sense of historical gravitas. The poetry itself is contemplative, often evoking themes of refuge, nature, and human resilience, though its style reflects the era in which it was written and may feel dated to contemporary readers. While the books presentationwith gilded lettering, formal prefaces, and distinguished endorsementsadds weight, the actual literary merit has received little critical attention, leaving it more of a cultural artifact than a widely celebrated piece of literature. For readers interested in historical context and poetic reflections of the 1940s, Sanctuary offers a fascinating glimpse, but it may not resonate strongly with those seeking modern poetic innovation.
Toevlugsoord: C.S. Stokes Toevlugsoord (1946) is a deeply Africana-rooted work that blends historical reflection with cultural identity, offering readers a contemplative refuge in literature. While the book is somewhat dated in style, its themes of belonging and resilience remain relevant, making it a valuable piece for those interested in Afrikaans heritage and mid-20th century South African thought.
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