The book "By the Bay of Tafelbaai. Twenty years in the life of a Capenar (1791-1811)" by D'Arbez is a fascinating historical novel that tells about the active life and adventures of a resident of the city of Cape Town in the period from 1791 to 1811. The main character experiences many exciting and sometimes dangerous adventures related to sea voyages, colonial realities and vicissitudes of life in South Africa of that period. The author successfully combines historical facts with artistic imagination, which makes the book fascinating for readers of any age. "By Tafelbaai Bay" is an exciting journey into the past, which will remain in the memory for many years.