The hidden histories of marginalisation, race and land dispossession in the Northern Cape (original) (raw)

This review critically examines Martin Legassick's posthumously published work on the histories of marginalisation, race, and land dispossession in the Northern Cape from 1800 to 1990. By focusing on the experiences of the indigenous Basters and other mixed-race populations, the book explores the colonial impacts of white settlers on land ownership and the legal injustices faced by these communities. Legassick's research, grounded in archival and oral histories, not only contributes to current debates on land restitution but also highlights the importance of preserving these often-overlooked narratives in South African history.