Survival: Taped Interviews with South Africa’s Power Elite by Anna Starcke, published in 1978, offers an in-depth exploration of South Africa’s political and economic landscape during the apartheid era. Through interviews with over 100 influential figures—including Prime Minister B.J. Vorster, prominent business leaders, and key academics—Starcke provides insights into the nation’s challenges and the perspectives of its power elite.
The book covers various topics, such as politics, economic growth, investment, boycotts, population, and education, reflecting the views of individuals deeply concerned with South Africa’s future.
