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Western, John – Journal of Geography, 1986
Traces the history of the development of cities in South Africa, paying special attention to the development of urban social controls. Three eras are identified: (1) mercantilism, (2) imperialism, and (3) apartheid. Concludes that enormous human costs are entailed by these attempts at social engineering. (JDH)
Descriptors: Higher Education, Human Geography, Racial Discrimination, Racial Relations