The Making Of Modern South Africa Av Nigel (University Of Cape Town South Africa) Worden

The new edition of <i>The</i><i>Making of Modern South Africa</i> provides a comprehensive, current introduction to the key themes and debates concerning the history of this controversial country. Engagingly written, the author provides a sharp, analytical overview of the new South Africa. <br/><br/><ul><li>Examines the major issues in South Africa''s history, from pre-colonial to present, including colonial conquest; the establishment of racism, segregation, and apartheid; resistance movements; and the eventual founding of democracy</li><li>Contains an additional final chapter that takes the story to the present and considers the challenges and compromises of the first two decades of democracy</li><li>Updated with material on post-apartheid era and current issues in South Africa</li><li>The only book that gives direct guidance to bibliographical material and readings on key debates</li><li>Provides a sharp, analytical overview of the new South Africa</li><li>Extensive re