Routledge Atlas of Changing South Africa - Historical Maps

Explore the spatial history of South Africa with this comprehensive new edition from Routledge. Formerly known as The Atlas of Apartheid, this work provides a detailed analysis of how political policies shaped the physical landscape of the nation. By focusing on the period between 1948 and 1994, the text examines the impact of the National Party Government and the lasting effects these changes have on South Africans entering the 21st century. This atlas offers a unique perspective by translating complex political policies into visual and spatial formats. Because apartheid relied heavily on the control of space and people, this book uses cartography to make the historical reality clear. It serves as an essential reference for anyone studying the history, geography, or social evolution of the region through a visual lens.