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Mark Gevisser

    Mark Gevisser is a leading South African author and journalist whose works delve into complex social and political issues. With a distinctive style, he explores themes of sexuality, gender identity, and national identity. His journalism has appeared in prominent publications, and his ability to craft nuanced portraits of complex figures and political landscapes is noteworthy. Gevisser's engagement with heritage and urbanism provides a unique lens through which he examines contemporary concerns.

    Lost and Found in Johannesburg
    LEGACY OF LIBERATION
    The Pink Line
    Sue Williamson: Life and Work
    The Pink Line: Journeys Across the World's Queer Frontiers
    Thabo Mbeki
    • This title is a story about home and exile. It is a story, too, of political intrigue; of a revolutionary movement struggling first to defeat and then to seduce a powerful and callous enemy.

      Thabo Mbeki
    • Sue Williamson: Life and Work

      • 256 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Focusing on the artistic journey of Sue Williamson, this monograph highlights her significant contributions to South African art over four decades. As a pivotal figure in the 1970s and 1980s, her work not only reflects her creativity but also serves as a powerful critique of the apartheid regime. The book explores her evolution as an artist and the impact of her activism, showcasing her role in shaping contemporary art in South Africa.

      Sue Williamson: Life and Work
    • The Pink Line

      • 544 pages
      • 20 hours of reading
      4.3(74)Add rating

      Eye-opening, moving, and crafted with expert research, this is a vital journey of epic scope, across the world's most challenging new frontiers.

      The Pink Line
    • LEGACY OF LIBERATION

      • 400 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      Focusing on the legacy of former President Thabo Mbeki, this social history explores South Africa's complex political landscape during a pivotal era. Award-winning journalist Mark Gevisser provides an intimate look at Mbeki's family and their influence, while also examining the transition to Jacob Zuma's presidency. With unique access to key figures in the ANC, the narrative delves into the country's past, present, and future, highlighting significant events that will impact African politics for years to come.

      LEGACY OF LIBERATION
    • This is a story of dispossession, a meditation on place, home and identity, as well as a deeply personal account of the social ills of South Africa and the triumph of its people.

      Lost and Found in Johannesburg
    • Dispatcher

      • 354 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      This is a story of dispossession, a meditation on place, home and identity, as well as a deeply personal account of the social ills of South Africa and the triumph of its people.

      Dispatcher