Breaking the Chains: Slavery and Its Legacy in the Nineteenth-Century Cape Colony

by Nigel Worden (Editor), Clifton C Crais (Editor)

This text explores slavery in South Africa in the 19th century and offers glimpses into some of the social iniquities of the 20th century. Contributors focus attention on the historical transformation of the Cape Colony during the 19th century.

346 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 1995

About the author

Professor of Historical Studies, University of Cape Town.