THE MIRIAM MAKEBA STORY **1ST EDITION** IN SOUTH AFRICA

Miriam Makeba in conversation with Nomsa Mwamuka. As the first complete autobiography of Mama Africa, this book celebrates the life of a remarkable talent, a true South African and global icon of music, style, and history. It chronicles Makeba's entire life, from her early days growing up on the Rand and performing with the Manhattan Brothers, to her departure from South Africa. It also details Miriam's life in America and friendship with Harry Belafonte, her performance for President John F. Kennedy alongside Marilyn Monroe, her marriage to Stokely Carmichael, and her life in Conakry, Guinea. Includes a discography. First edition hardcover with dust jacket published by STE, 2004. 260 pages, illustrated throughout. Good condition. Tracked postage is R70.00.