The Plot to Save South Africa by Justice Malala
The compelling story of nine days that saved South Africa from civil war
‘Superbly reported, compelling . . wonderfully captures the spirit of that time’ * Financial Times *
'Gripping and important' * Observer *
‘A dramatic work of history, prodigiously reported and beautifully crafted. Justice Malala is a first-rate storyteller, deftly weaving history with a narrative that reads like a novel. I couldn’t put it down’ -- Jonathan Eig, New York Times bestselling author of Ali: A Life
‘Magnificent, furious, nuanced and un-put-downable. Malala steers us through the hatred, the grief, and the courage that shaped one nation-shaking week. The result is a searing thriller, a deeply moving work of investigative journalism, and a mesmerising reminder of what leadership can achieve - and what South Africa almost squandered’ -- Andrew Harding, BBC Africa correspondent
‘A suspenseful nonfiction thriller’ * Kirkus *
‘Fast-paced, gripping, and expertly crafted, this book reads like a political thriller. With thorough reporting and vivid writing, Justice Malala delivers readers into the heart of South Africa as it faced unprecedented upheaval. The result is a brilliant, moving, and extraordinary account of nine days that shaped a country and a continent, with the entire world looking on’ -- Toluse Olorunnipa, co-author of His Name is George Floyd
‘Although heart-wrenching at times, Malala's immaculately researched account underscores the power of Mandela’s great leadership in unimaginably difficult times’ * Booklist Starred Review *
Doggedly researched and immersively told, this is a fascinating study of a nation on the brink. * Publishers Weekly *
'Gripping and important' * Observer *
‘A dramatic work of history, prodigiously reported and beautifully crafted. Justice Malala is a first-rate storyteller, deftly weaving history with a narrative that reads like a novel. I couldn’t put it down’ -- Jonathan Eig, New York Times bestselling author of Ali: A Life
‘Magnificent, furious, nuanced and un-put-downable. Malala steers us through the hatred, the grief, and the courage that shaped one nation-shaking week. The result is a searing thriller, a deeply moving work of investigative journalism, and a mesmerising reminder of what leadership can achieve - and what South Africa almost squandered’ -- Andrew Harding, BBC Africa correspondent
‘A suspenseful nonfiction thriller’ * Kirkus *
‘Fast-paced, gripping, and expertly crafted, this book reads like a political thriller. With thorough reporting and vivid writing, Justice Malala delivers readers into the heart of South Africa as it faced unprecedented upheaval. The result is a brilliant, moving, and extraordinary account of nine days that shaped a country and a continent, with the entire world looking on’ -- Toluse Olorunnipa, co-author of His Name is George Floyd
‘Although heart-wrenching at times, Malala's immaculately researched account underscores the power of Mandela’s great leadership in unimaginably difficult times’ * Booklist Starred Review *
Doggedly researched and immersively told, this is a fascinating study of a nation on the brink. * Publishers Weekly *
Justice Malala is a South African newspaper columnist and political commentator, who has written for The Times (South Africa), the Guardian, Financial Times and Wall Street Journal, among various other newspapers; he moved to Los Angeles in 2018.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781471194511 |
| ISBN 10 | 1471194515 |
| Title | The Plot to Save South Africa |
| Author | Justice Malala |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Simon & Schuster Ltd |
| Year published | 2023-04-04 |
| Number of pages | 352 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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