Book blurb:

More than places to get a hair cut, barbershops and salons serve as the community hubs of South African townships. Known locally as "informal barbershops," these establishments attract customers with sharp and
snappy vernacular designs. In South African Township Barbershops & Salons.
Simon Weller presents vivid photographs of signage, shops and their patrons alongside interviews with the proprietors. customers and sign makers. This honest and intimate portrayal of small businesses challenges preconceptions, gives voice to township residents and reveals an undeniable aspect of South African culture.