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Beinart and Dubow's selection of some of the most important essays on racial segregation and apartheid in twentieth century South Africa provides an unparalleled introduction to this contentious and absorbing subject. The volume includes: * a specially written introduction by the editors which contextualises the historiographical controversy, taking into account the 1994 election and associated changes * explanatory notes and article summaries to improve the accessibility of the material * a glossary of unusual terms to facilitate understanding.