south africa

After her sister Laura is murdered in South Africa, Berry and her estranged father travel there to participate in the dedication of a memorial in her name.

Describes Nelson Mandela's race relations work in South Africa.

Investigates the murder of American activist Amy Biehl by a black mob in South Africa. Includes a map.

A collection of short fictional works offers insight into the author's use of rich language to convey themes ranging from politics and sexuality to race and family life, in a volume that includes such pieces as "Friday's Footprint" and "Something Out There.".

"Tannie Maria ("tannie" meaning auntie, the respectful Afrikaans address for a woman older than you) is a middle-aged widow who likes to cook and eat. She shares her culinary love through her work as a recipe columnist for the local paper, until the Gazette decides its readers are hungrier for advice on matters of the heart than for lunch and dinner ideas"--Jacket flap.

A biography of South African political activist Steve Biko, focusing on his unique political understanding and pyschological insight that helped set into motion the movement for change that swept South African in the second half of the twentieth century.

Describes life in South Africa. Readers are introduced to Mandisa, who tells about the country's landscape, celebrations and food.