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For years, it had been what is called a “deteriorating situation.” Now all over South Africa the cities are battlegrounds. The members of the Smales family—liberal whites—are rescued from the terror by their servant, July, who leads them to refuge in his village. What happens to the Smaleses and to July—the shifts in character and relationships—gives us an unforgettable look into the terrifying, tacit understandings and misunderstandings between blacks and whites.
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
Intense exploration of racial tensions and human resilience.
Who is this book for?
July's People offers a gripping and unsettling look at a society on the brink of chaos, told through the lens of a family's refuge and upheaval. If you’re interested in powerful stories about human relationships under pressure and the complexities of race, this book will stay with you long after you finish. It’s a compelling read for anyone curious about social upheaval and the fragile bonds that hold communities together.
