Politics of Transition - by Richard Spitz & Matthew Chaskalosn Paperback

About the Book

This book will be of importance to anyone interested in South African politics, constitutional law, democracy and human rights.

Book Synopsis

This brave publication examines the politics behind the negotiations of South Africa's dramatic transition to democracy in the early 1990s. It will be of importance to anyone interested in South African politics, constitutional law and human rights.

Review Quotes

"...provides a highly detailed account of the process leading to the Interim Constitution's enactment. Making extensive use of primary sources and in-depth interviews with some of the leading players in the negotiation and drafting processes, the authors painstakingly describe the procedures, debates, machinations and horse-trading involved." --International and Comparative Law Quarterly

"...fascinating read. The text is always clear and well informed and makes balanced judgements about the points of controversy. The constitutional principle and the low politics of the constitutional negotiations are blended in insightful and valuable ways. This book will be essential reading for those wanting to understand South African constitutional developments." --Cambridge Law Journal

"A welcome addition, well written" --International Journal of African Historical Studies

About the Author

Richard Spitz is a solicitor in London.