The End of Apartheid
The End of Apartheid
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Annotation: Collection of twenty-four essays that describe the political and social factors that influenced the beginning and end of apartheid in South Africa, along with personal narratives from those who witnessed it.
Genre: [World history]
 
Reviews: 2
Catalog Number: #4169517
Format: Library Binding
Common Core/STEAM: Common Core Common Core
Copyright Date: 2010
Edition Date: 2010 Release Date: 11/13/09
Pages: 212 pages
ISBN: 0-7377-4557-6
ISBN 13: 978-0-7377-4557-3
Dewey: 968.06
LCCN: 2009027200
Dimensions: 24 cm.
Language: English
Reviews:
School Library Journal (Tue Jun 01 00:00:00 CDT 2010)

Gr 9 Up-This volume consists of articles, speeches, and extracts from longer pieces chosen to illuminate the end of the era. Original publication dates of the articles range from 1963 through 2008 and there is as much emphasis on explaining what apartheid was as there is on its demise. Both primary and secondary sources are included. The articles are broadly focused, making it difficult to compare the different authors' views on any particular issue or set of issues. Introductory notes do not provide enough detail to clarify the context for readers without a great deal of background. There are also some major omissions. For example, there is very little explanation of the conflict and violence of the early 1990s, from the time of Mandela's release from prison in 1990, through the negotiations, and leading up to the elections of 1994. The selections are frequently challenging, ranging from academic language to bureaucratic, governmental rhetoric. The strongest section is "Personal Narrative," with selections from Mandela, Rian Malan (1990), Steve Biko (1978), and a group of South African teenagers (1998). The time line is inadequate; it does not help to provide an informative context for events. This book may help to round out a high school collection if South Africa is a covered curriculum area. Sue Giffard, Ethical Culture Fieldston School, New York City

Horn Book (Sun Aug 01 00:00:00 CDT 2010)

Each volume presents a collection of essays and articles that explore a critical point in modern world history. The events are discussed from multiple perspectives, including views from those who participated in the events or were otherwise key figures. The writing covers historical background, controversies, and personal viewpoints. A few pictures, sidebars, and pull-quotes supplement each text-heavy volume. Reading list, timeline, websites. Ind.

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Bibliography Index/Note: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Reading Level: 8.0
Interest Level: 9-12

Editors Dedria Bryfonski and Alexander Cruden have compiled twenty-four compelling essays for readers, to give them a full perspective on apartheid in South Africa. Readers will learn about the political and social factors that influenced the beginning and end of apartheid. The last chapter provides striking personal narratives from people who witnessed it and lived through it.


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