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While African National Congress narratives dominate much of the scholarship on South Africa's freedom struggle, Josie Mpama/Palmer's political life offers a different perspective.

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“For hooligans to shoot a Native is but to break a black bottle, and then congratulate themselves on being such good marksmen.” – Josie Mpama/Palmer, 1929; “Robert R. Edgar presents the remarkable life story of little-known South African activist Josie Mpama/Palmer in this fascinating biography.” Peter Alegi, author of African Soccerscapes

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      Publisher: Jacana Media (Pty) Ltd
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 21/05/2021
      ISBN13: 9781431431298, 978-1431431298
      ISBN10: 143143129X
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      Description

      Book Synopsis
      While African National Congress narratives dominate much of the scholarship on South Africa's freedom struggle, Josie Mpama/Palmer's political life offers a different perspective.

      Trade Review
      “For hooligans to shoot a Native is but to break a black bottle, and then congratulate themselves on being such good marksmen.” – Josie Mpama/Palmer, 1929; “Robert R. Edgar presents the remarkable life story of little-known South African activist Josie Mpama/Palmer in this fascinating biography.” Peter Alegi, author of African Soccerscapes

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