Place of Thorns: Black political protest in Kroonstad since 1976 Biography Literature A “boisterous and high-spirited debut”

A “boisterous and high-spirited debut” (Kirkus starred review)“that enthralls the reader through their every twist and turn” (Publishers Weekly starred review)

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Place of Thorns: Black political protest in Kroonstad since 1976 Biography Literature A “boisterous and high-spirited debut”Based on scores of life history interviews, the book illustrates a shift in the political mood from 1976 onwards. Place of Thorns: Black Political protest in Kroonstad since 1976, is a landmark study that examines the tumultuous and often fractious politics in Kroonstad's black townships. In spite of the town's relative obscurity, the author demonstrates a rich tradition of civic and political life in its townships and provides a persuasive