This extensive history of South Africa was written by 21 of the country’s most prominent historians to present an inclusive approach to the complex history of South Africa. Its broad scope ranges from the primeval past to 2013. This English version (Afrikaaans edition published in 2012) includes updates and new information about the complex histories of the blackand Indian peoples of South Africa as well as the role of South African churches in the twentieth century. It also includes discussion on the Dutch era, British rule, migration & emigration of groups & societies, state formation, Afrikaner nationalism, Anglo-Boer War, Black political awakening, apartheid, South Africian democracy, and an environmental history of the country. Designed for High school teachers and learners, it is also suitable for historians and general interest readers. The book includes lengthy index, bibliography, maps and biographies of each writer. Annotation ©2014 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)