The story follows Jinx, the smallest beagle from a litter, who experiences joy in his early life but becomes determined to find a home that resembles his beloved barn. His quest leads him through a series of misadventures, including being trapped in a cardboard box, confined in an old shack, and held captive in a puppy mill. Through these challenges, Jinx's resilience and longing for a true home shine, making for an engaging tale of adventure and the search for belonging.
Focusing on the rise of asbestos-related diseases globally, this book examines personal and community narratives surrounding illness, risk, and compensation in the UK, India, and South Africa. It contrasts these perspectives with formal medical and legal frameworks, highlighting how dominant narratives can limit government responses. Linda Waldman advocates for incorporating diverse understandings to shape more effective policies aimed at sustainability and social justice, offering valuable insights for researchers, policymakers, and regulators.
Political and Socio-Cultural Identity in the Northern Cape, South Africa
254 Seiten
9 Lesestunden
This book reconceptualizes indigenous people and their political engagement, highlighting how constructions of indigenousness and identity are deeply intertwined with national, social, and political histories. It argues that the differences and fractures within the indigenous movement—among leaders, spokespeople, and ordinary individuals—significantly shape indigenous politics on both national and international levels. Focusing on South Africa's Griqua population, the text explores indigenous mobilization, politics, and ethnic identity, particularly as the Griqua have recently achieved official recognition in their homeland. Utilizing qualitative research and an anthropological lens, the book documents the negotiations among Griqua leaders, organizers, and government officials, revealing a complex process of mediation often overlooked in discussions of indigenous identity. This examination is crucial for understanding post-apartheid South African history, politics, and society. By addressing the marginalization of Griqua followers and exploring the experiences of those quieter, poorer individuals in Griquatown—who are relatively isolated from larger forums—the book uncovers the hidden dimensions of political and indigenous mobilization.
