Conspiracies usually start with a smidgen of truth that gathers momentum and snowballs
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In a nutshell
Jonathan Ancer, journalist, author, podcaster and media trainer put together no less than 50 serious, light-hearted and down right ridiculous untruths South Africans have been told (and at times believed). These lies range from South Africans being told they’re “special” to “things were better under Apartheid” and of course the numerous sports figures (Hans Cronje) and politicians (Julias Malema) who’ve spun more lies than a spider spins webs.
Book Club Notes
This book starts out entertaining enough, chapters are short and sprinkled with humour, but that shine wears off after lie #15. Then it starts feeling like you’re reading a column in an old newspaper. It turns out reading about lies isn’t my vibe – if you want a comedic take on South Africa, this book is for you.
Read If
You’re into South African history and want an idea of why we are where we are.
Rating
Writing – 7/10
Likeability – 5/10
Purpose – 7/10
Shareability – 5/10
The Nitty Gritty
Published by: Jonathon Ball
Genre: Non-Fiction, History
ISBN: 978-1-776-19-311-0
Pages: 217
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