Month: March 2023

South Africa has a multifaceted and extensive literary tradition, where gifted authors have made noteworthy contributions to the world of literature. The works of esteemed authors such as Nadine Gordimer and J.M. Coetzee, both Nobel Prize laureates, as well as contemporary writers like Zakes Mda and Kopano Matlwa, have captured the attention of readers worldwide. Among the celebrated South African authors, Nelson Mandela stands out. During his confinement on Robben Island, Mandela penned an abundance of written works, including his memoir, Long Walk to Freedom. This book, which documents his life from childhood to his eventual release from imprisonment, has become an iconic masterpiece and is widely considered one of the most significant books of the 20th century. Another eminent South A