White Tribe Dreaming

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Pp. xxvii [3] 420, b/w illustrations. “This is a history of the Afrikaner as seen through the history of one family, the de Villiers, who first moved to South Africa in the 1600s. The book traces the history of the family and the Afrikaner, showing how the Afrikaner acted at the turning points in their history and revealing how that has made them what they are today. It also charts the development of the hallmarks of apartheid, including the pass system and tribe mentality. Journalist Marq de Villiers includes memorable scenes from the family’s history culled from the diaries and papers.” Previous owner’s bookplate on FEP

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Book Information

ISBN 0771595301
ISBN13 9780771595301
Number of pages 420
Original Title White Tribe Dreaming
Published Date 1987
Book Condition Very Good
Jacket Condition Very Good
Binding Hardcover
Size 8vo
Place of Publication New York
Edition First Edition
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Pp. xxvii [3] 420, b/w illustrations. “This is a history of the Afrikaner as seen through the history of one family, the de Villiers, who first moved to South Africa in the 1600s. The book traces the history of the family and the Afrikaner, showing how the Afrikaner acted at the turning points in their history and revealing how that has made them what they are today. It also charts the development of the hallmarks of apartheid, including the pass system and tribe mentality. Journalist Marq de Villiers includes memorable scenes from the family’s history culled from the diaries and papers.” Previous owner’s bookplate on FEP

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Weight 1.1 kg