Power Lines ~ Jason Carter

Power Lines ~ Jason Carter

Large soft cover
Good condition but a child has drawn a line in ink on title pages and marked above one middle chapter heading as per photo

A compelling account of his time as a Peace Corps volunteer in South Africa during the late 1990s. Carter, the grandson of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, lived with a rural black family near the Swaziland border, immersing himself in the daily struggles and triumphs of a community still grappling with the aftermath of apartheid2.

The book explores the stark contrasts between the lives of South Africas white and black populations. While white South Africans enjoyed First-World living conditions, Carter witnessed the harsh realities of poverty, unemployment, and alienation that many black South Africans faced. Despite these challenges, he found individuals on both sides eager to bridge divides and foster understanding.

Through his experiences, Carter reflects on the complexities of race, culture, and education in post-apartheid South Africa. His journey is one of discovery, as he learns Zulu and Siswati, engages with local educators, and navigates the delicate balance between offering help and respecting the communitys autonomy.