The entire political landscape of South Africa has changed since Max du Preez published his much-acclaimed book Pale Native: Memories of a Renegade Reporter in 2003. This revised, updated edition has new chapters on the ‘bloodless coup’ of Polokwane, the demise (and updated assessment) of Thabo Mbeki, the rise of Jacob Zuma and the 2009 election, as well as the controversies in Afrikaner culture and politics.
A fascinating analysis of southern African politics from a skilled reporter who has seen it first hand. A rollicking story peopled with generals and guerrillas, presidents and hit men. Reported with the uncompromising, outspoken frankness that has won Max du Preez admiration and got him into trouble with the new government as well as the old.
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MAX DU PREEZ is best known as an investigative journalist, having launched Vrye Weekblad, Special Report on the Truth Commission and Special Assignment. He is also a passionate historian. His documentary film on King Moshoeshoe, The Renaissance King, was screened on the SABC and the History Channel. He is a weekly columnist for several Afrikaans and English-language newspapers. His books include Pale Native, Of Warriors, Lovers and Prophets, and Oranje Blanje Blues.
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