An Inevitable Truth, A Segregated South Africa

The brewing storm in South Africa is not an easy topic to talk about, as the hints in the book are subtle and sparse, but I feel it important to talk about regardless.  In the beginning of Cry, the Beloved Country there are a number of examples of the horror the country is about to endure.  Clues like the brusque racism in the media, the shanty towns, the complex role of the free city, Alexandria, and the story of Msimangu's friend that lived on Potchefstroom road give much insight.  Examples that present white and black alliance, and white and black segregation bring many variables to the complex issue of the future South African Apartheid.  What we know is that South African segregation will get worse very quickly, and will soon be the overlying message the book has to offer.  What is expected is the ability to glimpse at what it would be like to live in South Africa at this time, and this sight will be most certainly heinous.   There are very high tensions in the country, and it seems as though all weapons are loaded.  South Africa is doomed for tragedy.