Stephen de Witt is the author of the bestselling memoir Bush Brothers and the historical novel The Mob At The Gate. His writing explores moments when individuals find themselves at the turning points of history.
The Mob At The Gate
A gripping historical novel set in the Peasants’ Revolt of 1381. A royal archer must decide whether to unleash a devastating fire that could destroy London Bridge – and the people upon it – to save the Crown. Amidst the chaos, his daughter Isolde discovers that cunning can wield as much power as the sword.
Bush Brothers
A powerful memoir of youth, war, and the unbreakable bonds formed in the crucible of combat. As a young infantryman in South Africa’s Border War, Steve de Witt recounts the fear, camaraderie and moral complexity faced by soldiers fighting far from home. At its heart, it is a story about brotherhood – and how war shapes the men who endure it.
Cut To The Chase
An expanded version of Bush Brothers, featuring more content and insights. COLLECTOR’S ITEM - LIMITED COPIES available. Signed by author with option of personal message to buyer.
A Dram Too Much
A fast-paced mystery set in the coastal village of Scarborough, south of Cape Town. When rumours surface of a long-lost whisky treasure somewhere along the rugged coastline, a group of unlikely seekers is drawn into a tangled search. In a dangerous hunt where everyone has something to gain, the truth proves more dangerous than the treasure itself.
Currently out of print - a revised second edition will be released in the third quarter, 2026.
A History Of Cape Point
The Cape Point National Park, some 30 km south of Cape Town, South Africa, lies at the end of Africa. Over time this famous Cape has assumed mythical and strategic importance. In a broad overview, Steve de Witt examines the history of the peninsular, owned by his forbears in the 1800s. Original photographs from the author's family archive compliment the text.
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