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Verwoerd: Architect of Apartheid by Basil Mahon

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Verwoerd: Architect of Apartheid by Basil Mahon is a comprehensive biography of Hendrik Verwoerd, the architect of South Africa's apartheid system. The book provides a detailed account of Verwoerd's life and career, from his early years in the Netherlands to his rise to power in South Africa. Mahon draws on a wide range of sources, including Verwoerd's own writings and speeches, to provide a nuanced and balanced portrait of one of the most controversial figures in South African history.

Verwoerd: Architect of Apartheid

by Basil Mahon

4 out of 5

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Verwoerd was born in the Netherlands in 1901. He emigrated to South Africa in 1928 and soon became involved in politics. He joined the National Party in 1937 and was elected to Parliament in 1948. Verwoerd served as Minister of Native Affairs from 1950 to 1958 and as Prime Minister from 1958 to 1966.

During his time in office, Verwoerd implemented a series of laws that institutionalized apartheid. These laws segregated black South Africans from white South Africans in all aspects of life, from education to housing to employment. Verwoerd also cracked down on black opposition to apartheid, banning political organizations and imprisoning activists.

Verwoerd was assassinated in 1966 by a white South African who opposed apartheid. His death sparked a period of unrest in South Africa, but the apartheid system he created remained in place for another three decades.

Basil Mahon's biography of Verwoerd is a valuable contribution to the understanding of South African history. Mahon provides a detailed account of Verwoerd's life and career, and he offers a nuanced and balanced analysis of his legacy. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of apartheid and its impact on South Africa.

Reviews

"A masterful biography of one of the most controversial figures in South African history. Mahon provides a nuanced and balanced account of Verwoerd's life and career, and he offers a valuable contribution to the understanding of apartheid." - Antony Butler, author of The Fall of the South African Republic

"A comprehensive and well-researched biography of Hendrik Verwoerd. Mahon's book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of apartheid and its impact on South Africa." - Hermann Giliomee, author of The Afrikaners: Biography of a People

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