Kaffir Boy by Mark Mathabane
This autobiography tells the story of a young boy growing up in apartheid-era South Africa. Despite enduring extreme poverty, brutal police raids, and constant racial discrimination, the protagonist manages to escape his harsh reality through education and tennis. His determination and resilience eventually lead him to receive a scholarship to an American university, providing him a chance to escape the oppressive system of apartheid.
The 3109th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1986
- Nationality
- South African
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- 300-350
- Words
- 78,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 33rd on Top 100 World Literature Titles (Perfection Learning)