Sparg, Marion

BULELANI NGCUKA - The Sting in the Tale

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ISBN 13:
9781776191970
author:
Sparg, Marion
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Jonathan Ball Publishers
language:
English
Publication Year:
2022
Pages:
410
Dimensions:
22.9 x 15.2 x 2.1 centimetres (0
Genre:
General (US: Trade), Biography, Political,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 5 working days
£18.68

Description

Bulelani Ngcuka's story is one of courageous activism and unwavering conviction. As National Director of Public Prosecutions in 2003, he made a decision that would have far-reaching consequences: not prosecuting then deputy president Jacob Zuma. This biography, based on extensive interviews with Ngcuka, delves into the roots of his fearless advocacy and sheds light on his personal journey. From his modest beginnings in the Eastern Cape to his years as a lawyer and his involvement in establishing key crime-fighting units, Ngcuka's life has been marked by significant challenges and triumphs. This book offers a unique perspective on South Africa's recent history, including its complex web of politics, corruption, and violence. Through Ngcuka's story, Marion Sparg explores the intricate relationships between power, loyalty, and morality in the face of adversity. The Sting in the Tale is a gripping account that reveals the inner workings of the country's justice system and the personal costs of standing up for what one believes in.

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