Books

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Title Authors Description OpenBook ID
South Africa South Africa Domini Clark Views the mix of people and cultures that make up South Africa today, including a special section on traditional beliefs and customs. OL116409W
South Africa South Africa Ann Heinrichs A basic overview of the history, geography, climate, and culture of South Africa. OL14853667W
Count your way through South Africa Count your way through South Africa Kathleen Benson,James Haskins,James Haskins,Alissa Neibert Count your way from one, or kunye (KOO-nyeh), to ten, or ishumi (ee-SHOO-mee), in Zulu! Using simple text, authors Jim Haskins and Kathleen Benson introduce South African culture. Learn about many of… OL14865398W
Apartheid Apartheid Patra McSharry Sevastiades,Roger Rosen Essays, fiction, and photographs address different aspects of apartheid. OL16989895W
The children's Madiba The children's Madiba Sean Fraser This is the story of how a young Xhosa herdboy, growing up among the green hills of the Eastern Cape, became the first black president of South Africa. As he studied and became a lawyer in Johannesbu… OL17924630W
Nelson Mandela Nelson Mandela Gini Holland A biography of the son of a Thembu chief who became a civil rights activist, political prisoner, and president of South Africa. OL1833752W
South Africa in pictures South Africa in pictures Janice Hamilton Text and illustrations present detailed information on the geography, history and government, economy, people, cultural life, and society of traditional and modern South Africa. OL1898144W
Nelson Mandela Nelson Mandela Libby Hughes Examines the life and career of the South African civil rights leader and his impact on race relations in his country. OL1935373W
South Africa South Africa Peter Kizilos A historical account of the ethnic conflict in this land of contrasts; includes a discussion of current issues and challenges. OL19489733W
Mandela and Truth and Reconciliation Mandela and Truth and Reconciliation Cath Senker How did Nelson Mandela help to heal a divided nation by supporting South Africa's Truth and Reconciliation Commission? What choices did he have, what support and advice did he receive, and how did hi… OL21181796W
South Africa South Africa Ike Rosmarin Describes the geography, history, government, economy, and culture of South Africa. OL4152791W
Focus on South Africa (World in Focus) Focus on South Africa (World in Focus) Jen Green History - Climate - Population and settlements - Government and politics - Energy and resources - Economy and income - Transport and communications - Education and health - Culture and religion - Lei… OL545053W
Voices of South Africa Voices of South Africa Carolyn Meyer The author recounts her visit to South Africa where she interviewed numerous young people, both black and white, to find out what growing up is like in a country torn apart by racial strife. OL56873W
South Africa South Africa Patricia J. Murphy An introduction to the history, geography, language, schools, and social life and customs of South Africa. OL5706925W
Nelson Mandela Nelson Mandela Liz Gogerly A biography of the black South African leader who became a civil rights activist, political prisoner, and president. OL5710831W
South Africa in pictures South Africa in pictures Peter English Introduces the land, history, government, people, and economy of the Republic of South Africa. OL6348136W