World champions : the story of South African rugby /

"Jonty Winch traces the complicated history of South African rugby from its establishment in the Cape in 1879 through to the 2019 World Cup championship. As he explores key events and questions entrenched narratives, Winch opens a compelling new window on colonialism, apartheid, and the evoluti...

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Main Author: Winch, Jonty (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Cape Town, South Africa : BestRed, an imprint of HSRC Press, 2024.
Edition:Second edition.
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Summary:"Jonty Winch traces the complicated history of South African rugby from its establishment in the Cape in 1879 through to the 2019 World Cup championship. As he explores key events and questions entrenched narratives, Winch opens a compelling new window on colonialism, apartheid, and the evolution of South African society."--
Physical Description:xvi, 472 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9781928246664
1928246664