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| − | Became a journalist and leader writer for the ''[[South African Jewish Times]]'' and was the founding editor of the ''[[South African Opinion]]'' and later of ''[[Trek]]'' - both influential and opinion-forming publications, particularly on cultural matters. He was also a biographer of prominent South Africans, particularly of [[Herman Charles Bosman]], whom he knew well. | + | Became a journalist and leader writer for the ''[[South African Jewish Times]]'' and was the founding editor of the ''[[South African Opinion]]'' and later of ''[[Trek]]'' - both influential and opinion-forming publications, particularly on cultural matters. He was also a biographer of prominent South Africans, particularly of [[Herman Charles Bosman]], whom he knew well. Works include his novel, ''The Utmost Sail'' (1955) which is based on the life of Bosman, ''South African Personalities and Places'' (Kayor Publishers, 1959) and ''The road to Sharpeville'' (Johannesburg : Dial Press ; New York : Liberty Book Club, 1961). |
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Bernard Sachs (1905-1985) journalist and author.
Biography
Born in Johannesburg and educated at Jeppe High School in Johannesburg.
Contribution to South African arts and literature
Became a journalist and leader writer for the South African Jewish Times and was the founding editor of the South African Opinion and later of Trek - both influential and opinion-forming publications, particularly on cultural matters. He was also a biographer of prominent South Africans, particularly of Herman Charles Bosman, whom he knew well. Works include his novel, The Utmost Sail (1955) which is based on the life of Bosman, South African Personalities and Places (Kayor Publishers, 1959) and The road to Sharpeville (Johannesburg : Dial Press ; New York : Liberty Book Club, 1961).
Sources
David Adey, et al: Companion to South African English Literature p. 173.”
http://christison.co.za/product/sachs-bernard-the-utmost-sail/
