A History of South Africa

A History of South Africa

by Frank Welsh (Author)

Synopsis

As it moves uncertainly towards the implementation of a more democratic society, South Africa - as so often in the past - is the focus of worldwide attention. Despite the optimism which followed the dismantling of the apartheid system and the election as president of Nelson Mandela, the country's history, racial mix and rapid recent political changes may yet foreshadow a turbulent future. South Africa is by far the most powerful country on the African continent - whatever happens there will have an impact far beyond its borders. Yet prejudice and ignorance on the subject of South Africa are widespread. Some incidents, especially those of the 19th century, are well-known: the Great Trek, the Jameson Raid, the Boer War. But how many people in the outside world are clear about the differences between Bantus, Zulus and Bushmen? Is it widely known that while the forebearers of F.W. de Clerk lived in what is now South Africa 300 years ago, those of Nelson Mandela did not? And what lies behind the development of the Boers' forceful character and powerful sense of destiny?

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Format: Hardcover
Pages: 640
Edition: First Edition
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: 02 Nov 1998

ISBN 10: 0002555611
ISBN 13: 9780002555616

Media Reviews
From the reviews of Frank Welsh's A History of Hong Kong: 'Magnificent, compendious and much-needed' Jonathan Mirsky, The Times 'Masterly' The Economist 'Richly detailed, informative and entertaining' Asiaweek 'Narrative history in the best sense' Richard Tames, Times Educational Supplement