Oxford University Press publishes a diverse range of non-fiction titles, such as the recently acclaimed Oxford History of Art series, Very Short Introductions, and the Oxford Illustrated Histories.

For more of our non-fiction titles please go to our Reference Books section

Herge – The Man Who Created Tintin
One of the most beloved characters in all of comics, Tintin won an enormous international following. Translated into dozens of languages, Tintin's adventures have sold millions of copies, and Steven Spielberg is presently adapting the stories for the big screen.
Binding: Hardback
Price: R360
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Sharpeville – A Massacre and Its Consequences
On 21 March 1960 several hundred black Africans were injured and 69 killed when South African police opened fire on demonstrators in the township of Sharpeville, protesting against the Apartheid regime's racist 'pass' laws.
Binding: Hardback
Price: R270
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The Food Book (H)
The Food Book has been engineered with a commitment to student cookery success. Students will understand food better and achieve more success cooking using The Food Book.
Binding: Hardback
Price: R380
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Living Longer, Living Better: The Heart-Mind Connection (H)
Living Longer: The heart-mind connection is written for all those who strive for optimal long-term health and the maximal functioning of their hearts and minds. Today's problem for the health-conscious individual is information overload - new health studies pour out almost daily from newspapers, radio stations and television networks.
Binding: c
Price: R260
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The Encyclopedia of Mammals
Hailed as 'a rare combination of learning, decent writing and knock-your-eyes-out photography' by The Times and 'an ultimate in natural history books' by the Irish Times when it was published in its first edition, this encyclopedia has become the definitive reference work on mammals for the 21st century.
Binding: Paperback
Price: R310
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The Encyclopedia of Birds
The Encyclopedia of Birds is the definitive single-volume guide to the birds of the world. Written by a team of renowned biologists and conservationists, it offers accessible coverage of every family - their form and function, distribution, diet, social behaviour, and breeding biology - giving special attention to environmental and conservation issues.
Binding: Paperback
Price: R250
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Strange Alchemy of Life and Law
From a young age Albie Sachs played a prominent part in the struggle for justice in South Africa. As a result he was detained in solitary confinement, tortured by sleep deprivation and eventually blown up by a car bomb which cost him his right arm and the sight of an eye.
Binding: p
Price: R129.95
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Mandela – A Critical Life
Nelson Mandela, the first African politician to acquire a world following, remains in the 21st century an iconic figure. But what are the sources of his almost mythic appeal? And to what extent did Mandela self-consciously create the status of political hero that he now enjoys?
Binding: Paperback
Price: R140
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The Oxford Companion to Charles Dickens – Anniversary edition
Reissued to celebrate the bicentenary of Charles Dickens's birth, The Oxford Companion to Charles Dickens (formerly The Oxford Reader's Companion to Dickens) draws together an unparalleled diversity of information on one of Britain's greatest writers: covering his life, his works, his reputation, and his cultural context.
Binding: Hardback
Price: R360
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Beyond the Label – A Guide to Unlocking a Child's Educational Potential
When a child is struggling with a learning disability or behavioral disorder, it can be overwhelming for their parents, who often do not know what to do or where to turn for help. This groundbreaking book is a "must have" for any parent, educator, or person who cares for and wants to help children who face challenges in school.
Binding: Paperback
Price: R340
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Alzheimer's and other Dementias
With more people in the world living into older age, Alzheimer's and other Dementias: The Facts takes a comprehensive look at the spread of dementia, and provides authoritative information and practical advice for sufferers, their families, and the medical professionals who care for them.
Binding: Paperback
Price: R155
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