An independent imprint, rooted in one place

GeoParallax publishes photographic and narrative books about the South African landscape — made slowly, on the ground, by people who know it first-hand.

Made on the ground

Behind GeoParallax

GeoParallax is an independent South African imprint founded by author and photographer Arnold Petersen. It exists to make books that treat a place seriously — pairing photography with the history, detail, and first-hand knowledge that most books leave out. Our first title, Edge of the Continent: The Western Cape, is the result of ten years spent returning to a single province until it gave up more than its surface.

Available worldwide through our distribution partners

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Spent photographing a single province

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Photographs taken in the field

Kept for the finished book

The book

Ten years in the making

52,000 photographs, distilled to the 300 that became this book — because a place this big doesn't fit in a memory, and barely fits in a book. This is the closest you'll get to holding it.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about Edge of the Continent: The Western Cape — ordering, shipping, formats, and trade enquiries.

How is the book shipped, and how long does delivery take? -

Each book is printed and dispatched after your order is placed. Delivery within South Africa typically takes 3-5 working days once dispatched. You'll receive confirmation and tracking where available. As a substantial hardcover, it's packed carefully to arrive in perfect condition.

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For orders outside South Africa, the book is available through international retailers including Amazon. See our Where to Buy page for the option nearest you. For direct international orders, please contact us and we'll advise on shipping and cost.

Can I order more than one copy? +

Yes. You can order multiple copies directly through the site. For larger quantities — for lodges, hotels, retailers, or gifting — see our Bulk & Trade Enquiries page for pricing and terms.

What condition and quality can I expect? +

The book is a premium hardcover, 338 pages, printed in full colour on quality paper. It's produced to a high standard suited to display and long-term keeping. Full specifications are listed in The Book in Hand section.

What payment methods do you accept? +

Direct orders are processed securely through PayFast, which accepts major cards and EFT / instant EFT. Your payment details are handled securely and never stored by us.

Can I buy the book in a store? +

The book is available through selected retailers listed on our Where to Buy page. If you'd like to stock it, or enquire about trade supply, please get in touch through our Bulk & Trade Enquiries page.

I have a question that isn't answered here. +

We're happy to help. Reach us through the Contact page and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.

Ten years, six regions, one book.

The beauty of the place, the weight of its past, and the stories that tie them together, captured, and now yours to own.

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