south africa

A biography of Mamphela Ramphele, a woman who, as a medical doctor, teacher, anthropologist, and advisor to the Mandela government, challenged the racial and gender-based inequities in South Africa.

Describes the childhood, political activities, imprisonment, family, and presidency of Nelson Mandela.

Presents a biography of the archbishop who rose from parish priest to the highest rank in the Anglican church of South Africa and earned international recognition, including the Nobel Peace Prize, for his involvement in the anti-apartheid movement.

Eighteen-year-old Basil Kushenovitz describes his experiences as a Jew growing up in Cape Town and his increasing awareness of the horrors of apartheid.

Still sad and frightened after living in Poland through World War I and the Russian Revolution, twelve-year-old Devorah Lehrman, her younger sister, and other Jewish orphans travel with Isaac Ochberg to South Africa and make a new start.

Explores the geography, history, government, economy, people, and culture of South Africa.

When the abuse at home becomes too much for twelve-year-old Sipho, he runs away to the streets of Johannesburg and learns to survive in the post-apartheid world.

A biography of South African human rights activist, Nelson Mandela.

This is a brief look at the geography, history, and culture of South Africa highlighting the schools, jobs, pastimes, food, and holidays.

An introduction to the history, geography, language, schools, and social life and customs of South Africa.