Paul S. Landau Livres

Exploring the political landscape of South Africa, this book traces the journey of its people from early settlements in the elevated heartlands to the onset of apartheid. It delves into the complex social dynamics and power struggles that shaped the nation, providing insights into the historical context that led to significant political changes. The narrative highlights the resilience and agency of various communities as they navigated the challenges of their time, offering a comprehensive understanding of South Africa's rich and tumultuous history.

Spanning the years just before (and just after) Nelson Mandela's 1962 arrest, this entirely fresh history of Umkhonto we Sizwe (MK), or Spear of the Nation, and its revolutionary milieu brings to life the period in which Mandela and his comrades fought South Africa's apartheid regime not only with words and protests, but also with bombs and fire.