anti-apartheid movements

Examines the history of South Africa, the forces that led to the development of the system of apartheid, and the dedicated efforts of the many people whose sacrifices led to the eventual downfall of this iniquitous system.

Examines the historical forces that led to the development of the system of apartheid, what life was like under the system for both blacks and whites, and the efforts that caused the end of this system.

Describes the oppressive system of laws in South Africa under which black people lived for over forty years, and chronicles the fall of apartheid, discussing significant individuals and events, the anti-apartheid movement, and other related topics.

Examines the life and career of the South African civil rights leader and his impact on race relations in his country.

"A history of the anti-apartheid movement in South Africa, based on primary source documents and other historical artifacts. Features include period art works and photographs; excerpts from literary works, letters, speeches, broadcasts, and diaries; summary boxes; a timeline; maps; and a list of additional resources"--Provided by publisher.

Records the couple's struggles against South Africa's racial policies which led to Nelson's imprisonment and Winnie's banishment to a remote part of the Orange Free State.

Discusses apartheid in South Africa and the fight for its prohibition, including notable protests, arrests, and anti-apartheid leaders that eventually brought the downfall of the system.

Details the history of African American women in the civil rights and abolitionist movements from the 19th century to the present day. Includes information on such figures as Ida B. Wells-Barnett, Sojourner Truth, Rosa Parks, Marian Wright Edelman and Maxine Waters.