Not Without Honour: The Life And Writings Of Olive Schreiner

Olive Schreiner was never content to simply observe the world — she challenged it, questioned it, and reshaped it through words that still resonate today.

In Not Without Honour, Vera Buchanan‑Gould traces the remarkable life of the South African writer and activist whose fierce intellect and uncompromising moral vision made her one of the most influential voices of her era. From her early struggles and unconventional beliefs to the creation of The Story of an African Farm and her passionate advocacy for justice, Schreiner’s story unfolds with clarity, empathy, and deep respect.

Drawing on letters, essays, and personal reflections, Buchanan‑Gould offers a vivid portrait of a woman determined to live — and write — with integrity. This thoughtful biography illuminates the courage required to speak truth in turbulent times, and the enduring power of a life lived with conviction.

Book Condition: Fair (Noticeable wear, tear, scuffs, marks and fading on fabric book cover. Dust Jacket is missing. Pages are coming loose from spine, there is some mild tearing of a few page tops and some tanning and foxing on pages. It does not affect visibility of text. Book has been signed by the author)

Noticeable wear, tear, scuffs, marks and fading on fabric book cover. Dust Jacket is missing. Pages are coming loose from spine, there is some mild tearing of a few page tops and some tanning and foxing on pages. It does not affect visibility of text. Book has been signed by the author