Repression and Resistance: Insider Accounts of Apartheid

This book provides a unique view of South Africa during the 1990s, showcasing the capacity of black people to resist apartheid through scholarly analysis and insider knowledge.

Format: Hardback
Length: 318 pages
Publication date: 01 February 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Originally published in 1990, this groundbreaking book offers a distinctive perspective on South Africa, marking a significant milestone in the emergence of a new and dynamic strand of scholarship. The contributors, comprising black social scientists, doctors, and trade unionists, hail from various backgrounds, including black universities that initially aligned with the apartheid planners but later turned against them. This book reflects the unwavering belief that black people in South Africa are not mere passive victims of white repression but active agents capable of both overt and covert resistance. Whether delving into topics such as the health service, workplace struggles, or the complexities of navigating pass controls, the contributors seamlessly blend scholarly analysis with firsthand knowledge of the disparities between apartheid theory and the social realities of South Africa during the 1990s.

This seminal work not only sheds light on the historical and political context of South Africa but also highlights the resilience and agency of the black community in the face of adversity. It serves as a valuable resource for scholars, activists, and anyone interested in understanding the complex dynamics of race, power, and resistance in post-apartheid South Africa.

Weight: 760g
Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032709789