The Soweto Uprising

by Noor Nieftagodien

Book Overview

The Soweto uprising was a true turning point in South Africa's history. Even to contemporaries, it seemed to mark the beginning of the end of apartheid. This compelling book examines both the underlying causes and the immediate factors that led to this watershed event. It looks at the crucial roles of Black Consciousness ideology and nascent school-based organizations in shaping the character and form of the revolt. What began as a peaceful and...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0821421549
• ISBN13: 9780821421543
• Release Date: December 2014
• Publisher: Ohio University Press
• Length: 166 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 4.3" x 6.9"