1990 first edition large format hardcover with 262 pages in good secondhand condition. The dust jacket has a small tape repait to the bottom front edge.

Although Pierneef has always been honoured as one of South Africa's most talented and loved artists, there has never been a complete and comprehensive publication on his life and work. From old letters and tributes, many of which are now disclosed for the first time, it becomes obvious that he was a man of many facets.' Editor's note.