Black Political Thought in the Making of South African Democracy

. . . a comprehensive analytical survey of the multidimensional evolution of black political thought in South Africa's politicization process. --Choice

Many citizens experience a sense of reluctance to share a single national identity with all of those who are defined by law to be their compatriots. This problem can be explained and surmounted, but it cannot be evaded by those who aspire to build a stable democracy in South Africa. --Richard L. Sklar, from the Foreword

What will it mean to be a citizen in the new South Africa? This penetrating study analyzes the issues of dual citizenship, black consciousness, populism, racial proletarianization and their interaction with various political ideologies. Halisi's analysis has practical implications for the development of political identity in the new South Africa.

Author: C. R. D. Halisi
Publisher: Indiana University Press
Published: 01/22/2000
Pages: 224
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 9.25h x 6.33w x 0.92d
ISBN: 9780253335890

Review Citation(s):
Choice 12/01/2000 pg. 774

About the Author

C.R.D. Halisi is currently a commissioned scholar with the project on the Public Influences of African-American Churches. He is also engaged in research on citizenship and political development in South Africa.