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Republic of South Africa
This place is located at the southern part of Africa and the setting of the novel.
Cape Town
This place was the legislative capital.
Apartheid
This was a political system in place in South Africa from 1948 to 1994 which meant separateness.
Townships
These were areas where non-whites were forced to live after being evicted.
Government Avenue
This was where the House of Parliament was located.
House of Lies
This was another term referring to Parliament.
Afrikaans
This language was spoken mostly in southern Africa and evolved from the Dutch.
Guguletu
This place was where Florence's family lived and was formed to relieve overcrowding.
Fish Hoek
This place was a coastal suburb with scenic ocean views where Mrs. Curren was overcome with the beauty.
Hillman
This was the make of Mrs. Curren's car and were a common sight on South African roads.
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