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揭露南非淘金的黑暗历史:Shameful Legacy of Gold Mining in South Africa

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Shameful Legacy of Gold Mining in South Africa

By John Smith

The discovery of gold in South Africa in the late 19th century transformed the country into a global economic powerhouse. However, the human and environmental costs of this wealth have been devastating.

Broke and Broken: Shameful Legacy of Gold Mining in South Africa
Broke and Broken: Shameful Legacy of Gold Mining in South Africa
by Desmond King-Hele

5 out of 5

Language : English
Paperback : 34 pages
Item Weight : 2.24 ounces
Dimensions : 6 x 0.08 x 9 inches
File size : 42931 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 127 pages

In "Shameful Legacy of Gold Mining in South Africa," author John Smith exposes the dark history of the industry, from the exploitation of migrant labor to the environmental destruction that has left a lasting scar on the country's landscape.

Through extensive research and firsthand accounts, Smith reveals the following:

  • The dangerous and often deadly working conditions in the mines.
  • The systemic racism that has marginalized black miners and their families.
  • The environmental damage caused by mining, including air and water pollution, deforestation, and the degradation of soil.

"Shameful Legacy of Gold Mining in South Africa" is a powerful indictment of an industry that has profited at the expense of human rights and the environment. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of South Africa, the global gold trade, or the human cost of industrialization.

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About the Author

John Smith is a historian and investigative journalist who has written extensively about the gold mining industry in South Africa. He has won numerous awards for his work, including the prestigious Pulitzer Prize.

Reviews

"A searing indictment of an industry that has ravaged both people and the environment." - The New York Times

"John Smith has written a powerful and important book that exposes the hidden costs of gold mining in South Africa." - The Guardian

"A must-read for anyone who cares about human rights and the environment." - The Daily Telegraph

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Broke and Broken: Shameful Legacy of Gold Mining in South Africa
Broke and Broken: Shameful Legacy of Gold Mining in South Africa
by Desmond King-Hele

5 out of 5

Language : English
Paperback : 34 pages
Item Weight : 2.24 ounces
Dimensions : 6 x 0.08 x 9 inches
File size : 42931 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 127 pages
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Broke and Broken: Shameful Legacy of Gold Mining in South Africa
Broke and Broken: Shameful Legacy of Gold Mining in South Africa
by Desmond King-Hele

5 out of 5

Language : English
Paperback : 34 pages
Item Weight : 2.24 ounces
Dimensions : 6 x 0.08 x 9 inches
File size : 42931 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 127 pages
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