HPH Publishing introduces Namaqua Self-Drive, by Heléne Venter
Explore the stark beauty and quiet charm of South Africa’s Namaqualand, Hantam Karoo and West Coast regions. Discover a landscape transformed by the colours of spring, where even the harshest places are full of surprises. This book will direct you to the most stunning flower-viewing locations, complete with maps, contact information and stunning photography to enhance your journey. If seeing the wildflowers has ever been on your bucket list, Namaqua Self-Drive is the book for you.
Beautiful Images
Featuring breathtaking landscapes and flower images by Heléne Venter.
Maps
Comprehensive maps include details of every town and flower area.
Areas
Features Namaqualand, Nieuwoudtville, Hantam Karoo and the West Coast.
Ratings
All the areas are rated according to the abundance and frequency of flowers.
Flower guide
An appendix illustrates the most common flowers found in the area.
Specifications: 224 pages, 275x215mm
Illustrations: 260 images
Binding: Case Bound
About the author
Heléne Venter
Born in Cape Town, South Africa, in the late sixties, Heléne spent over 38 years living in the remote Namaqualand region. She developed a profound appreciation for its alluring floral vistas. Despite the seemingly desolate landscape, she was inspired by the beautiful seasonal transformation and captured its enchanting essence through her camera lens.
In 2010, she relocated to Somerset West, expanding her photographic journey to include the West Coast, Nieuwoudtville and the floral landscapes of the Hantam Karoo. With a diverse career spanning several decades in fashion design and photography, Heléne has a fine artistic eye and is motivated by a love of travel and exploration.
Her work is infused with a haunting, evocative quality that invites viewers into a natural and beautifully moving world. In addition to landscapes, her portfolio includes underwater, aerial, studio, portrait, fine art, macro and fashion photography.
Her devotion to her craft has created a unique expression of vibrant artistry that celebrates the hidden richness and beauty waiting to be discovered in even the most unexpected places.
Stunning book with easy to read info and beautiful photos
Stunning book with easy to read info and beautiful photos. It also includes other places of interest in the different areas. i have been to the flowers and can see this book is going to add value to my next trip
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Robert Louw
A lovely publication
It is a lovely publication, and the pictures are of outstanding quality. This is a great addition to my collection of travel and nature books.
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Brad Rip
first impressions
I've not read the book cover-to-cover but what i have read is really informative. The test will obviously be in the ultimate use of the book
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Anonymous
What a pleasure!!!
Great experience with prompt delivery
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George Skinner
What a great guide to the Flowers of the Cape of God Hope
What a great guide to the Flowers of the Cape of God Hope.
A pity it was not released before this year's flower season!
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Stephan Greeff
Great addition
Great addition to my collection! Awesome book and service as always!
Kruger Safari
Alison Taylor
Stunning book with easy to read info and beautiful photos
Stunning book with easy to read info and beautiful photos. It also includes other places of interest in the different areas. i have been to the flowers and can see this book is going to add value to my next trip
Namaqua Self-Drive
Robert Louw
A lovely publication
It is a lovely publication, and the pictures are of outstanding quality. This is a great addition to my collection of travel and nature books.
Stunning book with easy to read info and beautiful photos
Stunning book with easy to read info and beautiful photos. It also includes other places of interest in the different areas. i have been to the flowers and can see this book is going to add value to my next trip
