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Challenging the idea of a miraculous transition, the author delves into the socio-historical factors that shaped post-apartheid South Africa. He highlights pivotal moments influenced by both local and international actors, moving beyond mere political rhetoric. Drawing from his experiences as a political activist, he examines complex themes such as national identity, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, and the dynamics of language, illustrating the ongoing volatility and fluidity of the country's evolving landscape.
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An Ordinary Country, Neville Alexander
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- Released
- 2003
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- Title
- An Ordinary Country
- Subtitle
- Issues in the Transition from Apartheid to Democracy in South Africa
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Neville Alexander
- Publisher
- Berghahn Books
- Released
- 2003
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 228
- ISBN13
- 9781571812612
- Category
- Political Science / Politics
- Description
- Challenging the idea of a miraculous transition, the author delves into the socio-historical factors that shaped post-apartheid South Africa. He highlights pivotal moments influenced by both local and international actors, moving beyond mere political rhetoric. Drawing from his experiences as a political activist, he examines complex themes such as national identity, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, and the dynamics of language, illustrating the ongoing volatility and fluidity of the country's evolving landscape.