Stephen Watson, poeta sudafricano, fue célebre por su crónica lírica de la belleza natural de Ciudad del Cabo y la respuesta del alma ante ella. Creía firmemente en el valor intrínseco de la poesía y la literatura, independiente del compromiso político, y abogó por la posibilidad de distinguir entre obra "buena" y "mala". Más allá de su poesía, Watson se distinguió como un perspicaz crítico y ensayista, explorando temas diversos desde el verso sudafricano hasta la música de Leonard Cohen.
In A city imagined, the editor has asked a number of South Africa's writers to produce a piece of writing in which they express their relationship to Cape Town and, above all, their sense of the unique genius or spirit of this city.
The narrative explores the complexities of human relationships, focusing on a seemingly pleasant character whose true nature is gradually revealed. As the story unfolds, the protagonist navigates the challenges of trust and deception, leading to unexpected twists that challenge their perceptions. Themes of morality, identity, and the duality of appearances versus reality are central, creating a gripping tale that keeps readers questioning the motivations of those around them.