Reader's Digest Illustrated History of South Africa: The Real Story was born from a desire expressed by South Africans for a book that would supply a balanced picture of their past. This remarkable popular reference fulfills that desire. This book is the first complete, objective record of all races in this deeply troubled land. Spanning South Africa's entire history, from millions of years ago to the present day, it is written in the clear, informative style that distinguishes all Reader's Digest books.