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A Social History from Below Life stories from Wentworth, South Africa
A Social History from Below Life stories from Wentworth, South Africa
A social history from below: Life stories from Wentworth, South Africa, is a collection of edited life story interviews conducted with 25 current and past residents of Wentworth, Durban, that illustrates the social history of this historically ‘çoloured’ township. This history from below documents the formation of the townships in the late 1950s and its history through the life experiences of the 25 residents during various periods. The book illustrates the wide diversity of the members of this black South African community in terms of origin, ancestry, class, educational qualifications, political outlook, self-identification, primary concerns, political activism, contribution to society, social impediments suffered, etc. that refute generalisations made about the ‘race’ to which they belong. The life stories also illustrate the impact of major transformations, such as the advent of democracy, on members of this community.
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- Format: 168mm x 240mm
- Pages: 392
- ISBN 13: 978-0-7969-2675-3
- Rights: World Rights
A social history from below: Life stories from Wentworth, South Africa, is a collection of edited life story interviews conducted with 25 current and past residents of Wentworth, Durban, that illustrates the social history of this historically ‘çoloured’ township. This history from below documents the formation of the townships in the late 1950s and its history through the life experiences of the 25 residents during various periods. The book illustrates the wide diversity of the members of this black South African community in terms of origin, ancestry, class, educational qualifications, political outlook, self-identification, primary concerns, political activism, contribution to society, social impediments suffered, etc. that refute generalisations made about the ‘race’ to which they belong. The life stories also illustrate the impact of major transformations, such as the advent of democracy, on members of this community.
Part 1
Chapter 1 – Introduction: Social history, Wentworth and life stories
Gregory Houston
Part 2
Chapter 2 – Charles Smith: Businessman and philanthropist
Gregory Houston
Chapter 3 – Hector Henry: Life in Clairwood and Wentworth
Gregory Houston
Chapter 4 – Theresa Saber Snr.: The early Wentworth
Maree Harold
Chapter 5 – Albert Stephens: Teacher, sports administrator and church leader
Gregory Houston
Chapter 6 – Pastor Colin Lafoy: Building churches and leading congregations
Gregory Houston
Chapter 7 – Marie Bassier: Fighting for justice and equality
Darian Smith
Chapter 8 – Errol Burgess: Musician, teacher and church volunteer
Gregory Houston
Chapter 9 – Edna Burgess:A life of service
Heidi van Rooyen
Chapter 10 – Elaine Clements: A woman of vision and faith
Heidi van Rooyen
Chapter 11 – Venetia du Plooy: Migrating and providing ministry
Darian Smith
Chapter 12 – Lorraine Callaghan: Mischievous, industrious and entrepreneurial
Heidi van Rooyen
Chapter 13 – Monica Brown: Rising above alcohol and skin colour
Theresa Saber Jnr. and Darian Smith
Chapter 14 – Eric Walljee: On family separation and politics
Gregory Houston
Chapter 15 – Ethne Ogle: Triumphing over obstacles in the educational system
Theresa Saber Jnr. and Darian Smith
Chapter 16 – Greta Apelgren: Social work, politicisation and armed struggle
Bronwynne Anderson
Chapter 17 – Desmond D’Sa: Community and environmental activist
Gregory Houston
Chapter 18 – Brian Fynn: Football, its foundations and friendships
Bronwynne Anderson
Chapter 19 – Anthony Hulley: Assegai, youth activism and politics
Gregory Houston
Chapter 20 – Leona Theron: Constitutional Court Judge
Darian Smith
Chapter 21 – Bronwynne Anderson: Surviving and addressing violence in the community
Marilyn Couch
Chapter 22 – Colin Ogle: School boycotts and anti-apartheid activity
Gregory Houston
Chapter 23 – Bronwyn Jacobs: Insider-outsider
Heidi van Rooyen
Chapter 24 – William Goldstone: Reflections on Wentworth
Marilyn Couch
Chapter 25 – Irene Taylor-Fynn: Hime Street, gangsterism and community activism
Gregory Houston
Chapter 26 – Allan Holmes: The Barracks
Gregory Houston
Part 3
Chapter 27: Reflections on Wentworth’s social history
Gregory Houston, Heidi van Rooyen, Bronwynne Anderson, Darian Smith, Theresa Saber Jnr., Maree Harold
and Marilyn Couch
