Items related to Reading Revolution: Shakespeare on Robben Island
Synopsis
"Somehow, Shakespeare always seems to have something to say to us." —Nelson Mandela
The prison authorities on apartheid South Africa's Robben Island strictly censored the reading materials inmates received from the outside world. Yet, the prisoners cleverly managed to smuggle political literature disguised as religious texts, into their communal cells. The works of Shakespeare resonated deepest amongst the inmates for their anti-colonial and anti-apartheid inspirations, as much as for the power and beauty of their words. Through the memories and biographical accounts written by former political inmates including Nelson Mandela, Reading Revolution evocatively depicts the power of these great works. We see how words can inspire the human spirit, light up the intellect, and free the reader to travel the world. The book, with nearly fifty pages of four-color illustrations, ignites once more, a reading revolution, to stir up the imagination in a South Africa whose democratic transition seeks to consolidate power from above, while being increasingly contested by insurgent protest from below.
The prison authorities on apartheid South Africa's Robben Island strictly censored the reading materials inmates received from the outside world. Yet, the prisoners cleverly managed to smuggle political literature disguised as religious texts, into their communal cells. The works of Shakespeare resonated deepest amongst the inmates for their anti-colonial and anti-apartheid inspirations, as much as for the power and beauty of their words. Through the memories and biographical accounts written by former political inmates including Nelson Mandela, Reading Revolution evocatively depicts the power of these great works. We see how words can inspire the human spirit, light up the intellect, and free the reader to travel the world. The book, with nearly fifty pages of four-color illustrations, ignites once more, a reading revolution, to stir up the imagination in a South Africa whose democratic transition seeks to consolidate power from above, while being increasingly contested by insurgent protest from below.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author
Ashwin Desai is a professor of sociology at the University of Johannesburg, South Africa, and is a newspaper columnist. He is the author of Arise Ye Coolies and South Africa: Still Revolting and We Are the Poors: Community Struggles in Post-Apartheid South Africa.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Search results for Reading Revolution: Shakespeare on Robben Island
Stock Image
Reading Revolution: Shakespeare on Robben Island
Published by
Haymarket Books (edition ), 2014
ISBN 10: 1608462722
ISBN 13: 9781608462728
Used
Paperback
Seller: BooksRun, Philadelphia, PA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. Seller Inventory # 1608462722-8-1
Stock Image
Reading Revolution: Shakespear
Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00100982372
Stock Image
Reading Revolution : Shakespeare on Robben Island
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 21420578-75
Stock Image
Reading Revolution : Shakespeare on Robben Island
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 40941863-75
Stock Image
Reading Revolution: Shakespeare on Robben Island
Seller: World of Books Inc, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Good. 'Somehow, Shakespeare always seems to have something to say to us.' -Nelson Mandela. The prison authorities on the apartheid South African Robben Island were obsessed with censoring the news prisoners could receive of the outside world. Through the memories and biographical accounts written by former political inmates like Nelson Mandela, the book evocatively brings to life the power of the the written word, as well as the voices of these brilliant and courageous prisoners. Seller Inventory # CIN1608462722G
Stock Image
Reading Revolution: Shakespeare on Robben Island
Seller: HPB-Ruby, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_458822920
Stock Image
Reading Revolution: Shakespeare on Robben Island
Seller: Powell's Bookstores Chicago, ABAA, Chicago, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Like New. Clean copy. May have remainder mark. Seller Inventory # 2044652
Stock Image
Reading Revolution: Shakespeare on Robben Island
Seller: Textbook Bookie, Little Rock, AR, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Fair. Book in Fair condition. Seller Inventory # 9781608462728-acceptable
Stock Image
Reading Revolution: Shakespeare on Robben Island
Seller: Kennys Bookstore, Olney, MD, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. Editor(s): Desai, Ashwin. Num Pages: 130 pages, black & white illustrations, colour illustrations. BIC Classification: HBJH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 252 x 224 x 7. Weight in Grams: 458. . 2014. paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. Seller Inventory # 9781608462728
Stock Image
Reading Revolution Format: Paperback
Seller: INDOO, Avenel, NJ, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: As New. Unread copy in mint condition. Seller Inventory # PG9781608462728