My Joburg Family

As Rob Hersov writes in his Foreword, My Joburg Family brought back a flood of memories, a feeling of déjà vu, which would surely be shared by members of this generation when reading the book.

Format: Paperback / softback
Publication date: 01 September 2023
Publisher: Footprint Press

As Rob Hersov writes in his Foreword, My Joburg Family brought back a flood of memories, a feeling of déjà vu, which would surely be shared by members of this generation when reading the book. When I think back to my childhood and growing up in Johannesburg in the 60s and 70s, I almost feel guilty as it was the happiest of times. For the white community, there was a simplicity to life, things were ordered and predictable. The sun was always shining, but were there dark clouds on the horizon? Were we experiencing a false sense of security? Was this also a time of uncertainty? Although Glenn Babbs' parents were uncomfortable with the current political situation, he grew up in comfortable surroundings, well-prepared for a fine education, a degree in law, overseas travel, and ultimately a distinguished career. Throughout the narrative, Glenn shows a keen awareness of the political overtones and there are numerous references to the characters he met along the way. Fine writing flows from his intelligent pen – the book will take you back on the paths of nostalgia.

As Rob Hersov writes in his Foreword, My Joburg Family brought back a flood of memories, a feeling of déjà vu, which would surely be shared by members of this generation when reading the book. When I think back to my childhood and growing up in Johannesburg in the 60s and 70s, I almost feel guilty as it was the happiest of times. For the white community, there was a simplicity to life, things were ordered and predictable. The sun was always shining, but were there dark clouds on the horizon? Were we experiencing a false sense of security? Was this also a time of uncertainty? Although Glenn Babbs' parents were uncomfortable with the current political situation, he grew up in comfortable surroundings, well-prepared for a fine education, a degree in law, overseas travel, and ultimately a distinguished career. Throughout the narrative, Glenn shows a keen awareness of the political overtones and there are numerous references to the characters he met along the way. Fine writing flows from his intelligent pen – the book will take you back on the paths of nostalgia.

Weight: 324g
Dimension: 228 x 152 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780639805061