Description
A meticulously written and moving report of the groundbreaking events that dramatically accelerated the downfall of the apartheid movement, this new edition focuses on a particularly violent period in South Africa's tumultuous history. Clearly and without bias, this book discusses the Sharpeville Six Trial, the Delmas Treason Trial, the 1984 uprising that led to international sanctions against South Africa, the first-ever army invasions of the Vaal townships, and the still controversial Boipatong massacre. With firsthand accounts-including those from formerly despised councillors-this record clarifies many misconceptions regarding the important events that were instrumental in bringing down the apartheid regime.
A meticulously written and moving report of the groundbreaking events that dramatically accelerated the downfall of the apartheid movement, this new edition focuses on a particularly violent period in South Africa's tumultuous history. Clearly and without bias, this book discusses the Sharpeville Six Trial, the Delmas Treason Trial, the 1984 uprising that led to international sanctions against South Africa, the first-ever army invasions of the Vaal townships, and the still controversial Boipatong massacre. With firsthand accounts--including those from formerly despised councillors--this record clarifies many misconceptions regarding the important events that were instrumental in bringing down the apartheid regime.
About the Author
Father Patrick Noonan is a Catholic priest of the Franciscan Order, who studied and worked in Europe, the Middle East and for over 30 years, in the townships of South Africa, south of Johannesburg. While serving the parish of Evaton, he presently assists the Gauteng Council of Churches in the area of post-apartheid reconciliation. He has written articles for various books, magazines and newspapers.
Book Information
ISBN 9781770099869
Author Patrick Noonan
Page Count 288
Imprint Jacana Media
Publisher Jacana Media (Pty) Ltd
Weight(grams) 500g
Dimensions(mm) 210mm * 184mm * 15mm
A meticulously written and moving report of the groundbreaking events that dramatically accelerated the downfall of the apartheid movement, this new edition focuses on a particularly violent period in South Africa's tumultuous history. Clearly and without bias, this book discusses the Sharpeville Six Trial, the Delmas Treason Trial, the 1984 uprising that led to international sanctions against South Africa, the first-ever army invasions of the Vaal townships, and the still controversial Boipatong massacre. With firsthand accounts--including those from formerly despised councillors--this record clarifies many misconceptions regarding the important events that were instrumental in bringing down the apartheid regime.
About the Author
Father Patrick Noonan is a Catholic priest of the Franciscan Order, who studied and worked in Europe, the Middle East and for over 30 years, in the townships of South Africa, south of Johannesburg. While serving the parish of Evaton, he presently assists the Gauteng Council of Churches in the area of post-apartheid reconciliation. He has written articles for various books, magazines and newspapers.
Book Information
ISBN 9781770099869
Author Patrick Noonan
Page Count 288
Imprint Jacana Media
Publisher Jacana Media (Pty) Ltd
Weight(grams) 500g
Dimensions(mm) 210mm * 184mm * 15mm
