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Book Description:

Hazel Rochman's second book, Somehow Tenderness Survives, is a compilation of stories about South Africa and apartheid. She chose ten short stories and autobiographical accounts that she felt best described life in South Africa during this period. The nine racially diverse authors are all from South Africa and give accounts of their experiences with apartheid. This book was chosen as a Best Book for Young Adults by ALA and Pick of the Lists by the American Booksellers Association. More... (© Hazel Rochman Papers)

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