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Ivan Vladislavic

Born in Pretoria in 1957, Ivan Vladislavic has published five works of fiction. Portrait with Keys was shortlisted for the Ondaatje Prize and won the Alan Paton, South Africa’s major nonfiction award. He lives in Johannesburg.

Books by Ivan Vladislavic

  1. Book CoverPortrait with Keys: The City of Johannesburg Unlocked


    “Surely one of the most ingenious love letters—full of violence, fear, humour, and cunning—ever addressed to a city.” —Geoff DyerMore