"New States in the Modern World," edited by Martin Kilson, is a collection of essays and lectures on the development of new states that emerged in the 20th century, primarily in Africa. Contributors discuss the political dynamics, governance challenges, national development, international relations, and ideological issues facing postcolonial states. This work provides an in-depth academic persp…
Edmond Jouve's book, L’Organisation de l’Unité Africaine, examines the history, structure, objectives, and political dynamics of the Organization of African Unity (OAU), a regional institution established in 1963 to promote unity, solidarity, and liberation among African nations. Jouve examines the OAU's role in conflict resolution, interstate relations, anti-colonial struggles, and its co…
This book is the official biography of Nelson Mandela written by Anthony Sampson, a journalist and longtime friend of Mandela. This biography describes Mandela's life journey from childhood, his struggle in the African National Congress (ANC), his involvement in the anti-apartheid movement, to his 27-year imprisonment on Robben Island and his rise as a symbol of the struggle for humanity. This …
Africa: Define Yourself is a collection of Thabo Mbeki's speeches, writings, and thoughts on African identity, continental renewal, and modern African political ideals. Through reflective essays, Mbeki discusses the African struggle against colonialism, economic development, social justice, and his concept of the "African Renaissance." This book provides an in-depth perspective on how Africans …
This book is a comprehensive study of the development of black politics in South Africa since 1945. Tom Lodge analyzes the dynamics of black political organizations, resistance movements, mass action, and the relationships between anti-apartheid groups. It explores the social, economic, and ideological factors that shaped black politics during the apartheid era. With in-depth research based on …
This book is a comprehensive history of the African National Congress (ANC), South Africa's oldest liberation organization. Francis Meli describes the ANC's origins, the development of its struggle against apartheid, its political strategies, the roles of its leaders, and the organization's internal dynamics. Through archival documentation, interviews, and photographs gathered from Sechaba and …
This book is an in-depth academic study of the rise of African nationalism in South Africa through the history of the African National Congress (ANC) from 1912 to 1952. Peter Walshe traces the organizational development, internal dynamics, struggle strategies, and socio-political influence of the ANC in confronting the strengthening apartheid system. This work provides a comprehensive analysis …
Alan Paton's "Hope for South Africa" examines the political, social, and moral conditions of South Africa during the apartheid era. This book expresses hope for social change and justice for all South Africans. As a humanist and anti-apartheid figure, Paton presents a profound critique of racial injustice while offering an optimistic view of the nation's future. This work is an important …
Leo Marquard's The Peoples and Policies of South Africa examines the dynamics of South African society, including political structures, government policies, and racial relations during the apartheid era. This third revised edition provides an in-depth analysis of the social, economic, and policy developments that shaped modern South Africa. As a classic work on South Africa, it is an essential …
This book is a collection of essays examining the direction of South African political development at the end of the apartheid era. Edited by Bernard Magubane and Ibbo Mandaza, it compiles analyses by political scientists on the social, economic, racial, and political conditions that influenced the country's future. It also evaluates the dynamics of popular resistance, state policies, and the p…