After the Party (Second Hand)

Title: After the Party
Author: Andrew Feinstein
Format: Paperback
Category: Politics & South African History
Language: English

After the Party is a candid and deeply personal account of life inside the African National Congress during South Africa’s early democratic years. Written by former ANC MP Andrew Feinstein, the book offers a rare insider perspective on power, principle, and political disillusionment.

Book Overview

Feinstein traces his journey from committed anti-apartheid activist to Member of Parliament, charting his rise within the ANC and his growing discomfort with internal party dynamics, corruption, and ideological compromise.

Central to the book is his account of the controversial multibillion-rand arms deal, detailing the investigations, political pressure, and eventual fallout that led to his resignation from Parliament on principle.

Key Themes

• Post-apartheid South African politics
• Internal dynamics of the ANC
• Government accountability and corruption
• The arms deal controversy
• Ethics, power, and political conscience

Condition

Second Hand – Good.

• Visible shelf wear and light creasing to covers
• Minor edge wear consistent with age and use
• Pages intact and readable
• No loose or missing pages

Additional Information

• Published by Jonathan Ball Publishers
• Relevant reading for South African political history
• Suitable for academic, research, or general interest readers