South Africa in World History (New Oxford World History)

South Africa in World History (New Oxford World History)
by: Iris Berger (Author)
Publisher:Oxford University Press, USA
Edition:Illustrated
Publication Date: 27 Mar. 2009
Language:English
Print Length:208 pages
ISBN-10:019533793X
ISBN-13:9780195337938
Book Description
South Africa in World History is the first survey of South African history to range from prehistory to the present, the first to fully integrate social history and women’s history, and the first to emphasize connections between the United States and South Africa. Written by Iris Berger, a recognized authority on South Africa and a past president of the African Studies Association, this marvelous history ranges from the first Stone Age foragers and Iron Age farmers to the coming of the Dutch settlers and the introduction of slavery, the British conquest in the early nineteenth century, the discovery of gold and diamonds, the rise of Afrikaner Nationalism, the coming of apartheid, the Soweto Uprising, and the creation of a new society headed by Nelson Mandela. Drawing on colorful biographical and autobiographical literature to provide a personal focus, Berger also explores social and cultural history, examining issues of race, class, gender, religion, and ethnicity, and drawing on a rich tradition of literature (both oral and written), music, and the arts. The book also discusses the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, the devastating HIV/Aids epidemic in the country, and continuing struggles against racism and sexism, thus connecting the South African past with urgent contemporary issues.
About the Author
Review “Berger’s book…is fully cognisant of the latest research and written with verve and clarity. More than any of its competitors, it skilfully uses individual stories and episodes to convey the complexity of life in South Africa…This history is lively and poignant.”–Kronos Book Description Discusses the history of South Africa from the early centuries of the Common Era to the present-day About the Author Iris Berger is Professor of History, Africana Studies, and Women’s Studies at the University at Albany. A noted authority, she has published widely on African history and is past president of the African Studies Association. Read more