Uncover the deep historical roots of Colonial South Africa’s racial order in this vital reinterpretation. Timothy Keegan’s masterful analysis shifts focus to the 19th-century British rule, arguing that the foundations of the racial state were forged during this earlier period, challenging conventional historical timelines. Essential for students and scholars of South African history, world history, and colonial studies, this book provides a crucial perspective on the enduring impact of empire. Gain a profound understanding of how social structures and racial hierarchies were initially established.